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Traditional Central Asian vegetable and legume stew
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Pirqsa stew (220 g) has 187 calories. That works out to 85 calories per 100 g. It contains 29 g of carbs, 8.1 g of protein, 3.3 g of fat and 7.9 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 220 g
187
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
29g
· 11% DV
Protein
8.1g
· 16% DV
Fat
3.3g
· 4% DV
Fiber
7.9g
· 28% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 65% · Protein 18% · Fat 17%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 187 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.3 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.44 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 484 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrate | 29 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% |
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 187 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 213 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 350 g | 298 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 298 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 500 g | 425 kcal |
Calculated from 85 calories per 100 g.
Pirqsa stew is a traditional Central Asian-style dish made with vegetables and legumes. Recipes can vary, but it is generally cooked as a hearty one-pot stew and served hot.
Pirqsa stew is made with legumes, vegetables, liquid, and seasonings; the exact ingredients can vary by recipe. There is no single fixed list, so check the recipe you are following for its particular legume and vegetable choices.
To make Pirqsa stew, cook the legumes and chopped vegetables together in liquid until tender, adding seasonings to taste. If using dried legumes, soak and cook them as needed before combining them with vegetables that soften more quickly.
Pirqsa stew is associated with Central Asian cooking. Its name and recipe may be unfamiliar outside the region, and versions can differ between communities, households, and cooks rather than following one universal formula.
Pirqsa stew usually tastes savory and vegetable-forward, with a hearty texture from its legumes. The final flavor depends on the specific vegetables and seasonings in the recipe, so it can be mild or more aromatic.
Yes, canned beans can be used in Pirqsa stew. Drain and rinse them first, then add them toward the end of cooking so they heat through without becoming overly soft.
To keep Pirqsa stew from getting mushy, add quick-cooking vegetables and already-cooked or canned legumes later in the process. Stir gently and stop cooking once the ingredients are tender rather than letting them break down.
Yes, Pirqsa stew can be served as a main course because its legumes and vegetables make it a substantial one-pot meal. Bread or a fresh side salad can accompany it, depending on the meal.
Store leftover Pirqsa stew in a covered container in the refrigerator once it has cooled. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, making sure it is hot throughout, and avoid leaving it at room temperature for extended periods.
Yes, Pirqsa stew can be made thicker by simmering it uncovered so some liquid evaporates. You can also mash a small portion of the cooked legumes and stir them back in to thicken the broth.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
15.4mg · 17% DV
B1
0.2mg · 17% DV
Vitamin K
17.6µg · 15% DV
B6
0.24mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Sodium
484mg · 21% DV
Manganese
0.42mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
462mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Pirqsa stew is a traditional Central Asian dish in which legumes and vegetables are cooked together in a pot. Recipes can vary by region and household, so the exact mix of ingredients and seasonings is not fixed.
As it simmers, the legumes soften and the vegetables lend flavor to the broth, making a hearty, spoonable meal. It is usually served hot; you can pair it with bread or rice, or offer it as part of a larger meal. Its nutritional profile includes plant-based protein and fibre, with 3.6 g of fibre per 100 g in the figures provided. For a lighter plate, serve it with a fresh salad rather than adding a rich accompaniment.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.88g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.9:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.