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Traditional kebab made with ground meat, poppy seeds, spices, sometimes bread.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Poppy Seed Kebab (120 g) has 324 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 12 g of carbs, 18 g of protein, 21.6 g of fat and 3 g of fiber. Its 1.3 µg of B12 covers 55% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
324
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
12g
· 4% DV
Protein
18g
· 36% DV
Fat
21.6g
· 28% DV
Fiber
3g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 15% · Protein 23% · Fat 62%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 324 kcal | |
| Total fat | 21.6 g | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 7.44 g | 37% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 468 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Protein | 18 g | 36% |
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 piece (medium) | 120 g | 324 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 90 g | 243 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 324 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 486 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 540 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 648 kcal |
Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.
Poppy seed kebab tastes savory and meaty, with a distinctive nutty note from the poppy seeds and warmth from the spices. The exact flavor varies with the meat, seasoning, and whether the recipe includes bread.
It is possible, though not something to assume from an ordinary serving: food made with poppy seeds can contain trace opiate residues that may affect some tests. If you have a test coming up, ask the testing provider about its guidance.
Poppy seed kebab is less likely to fall if the minced-meat mixture is well kneaded, chilled, and pressed firmly around the skewer. A mixture that is too wet or loosely packed can break apart as it cooks.
No. Poppy seed kebab is distinguished by poppy seeds mixed into the meat, while Adana kebab is known for its seasoned minced meat and characteristic heat. Recipes and shapes can vary, but the two names do not describe the same dish.
Poppy seed kebab is made by combining ground meat with poppy seeds and spices, then cooking the mixture, often on a skewer. Some versions add bread; it is generally made from minimally processed ingredients rather than being a packaged prepared meal.
Yes. Poppy seed kebab can be cooked in a hot pan or oven if you do not have a grill. Shape the meat mixture evenly, turn or check it as it cooks, and make sure the center is thoroughly cooked.
Serve poppy seed kebab with flatbread, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad. Rice or bulgur can make the meal more substantial, while yogurt offers a cool contrast to the seasoned meat.
Sometimes. Bread may be mixed into poppy seed kebab to change how the minced-meat mixture holds together, but it is not essential to every recipe. Check the recipe or ask the cook if you need to know how a particular version is made.
Cooked poppy seed kebab keeps for three to four days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly after the meal, and reheat it until it is hot throughout before serving again.
Yes, poppy seed kebab can be eaten during pregnancy when the minced meat is cooked all the way through. Avoid undercooked meat, and choose a freshly cooked, hot serving when eating out.
Vitamins
B12
1.32µg · 55% DV
B3
3.84mg · 24% DV
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
B2
0.23mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
204mg · 29% DV
Zinc
3mg · 27% DV
Sodium
468mg · 20% DV
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
372mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 324 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Poppy Seed Kebab is a Turkish-style kebab made by mixing minced meat with poppy seeds and spices, then shaping and cooking it. Some recipes add bread to help bind the mixture, and the seasoning and shape can vary from one cook or region to another.
It is usually served hot, with a browned exterior, a tender centre and a slight crunch from the seeds. In Turkey it may come with flatbread, grilled vegetables and salad as a main meal; elsewhere, those accompaniments make it easy to serve at a barbecue or casual dinner. It is filling and provides 15 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, pair it with plenty of salad and keep the bread portion modest.
Medium
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
7.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.52g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.64g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.