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Minced-meat kebab with rice; a source of protein and energy
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Rice kebab (120 g) has 262 calories. That works out to 218 calories per 100 g. It contains 14 g of carbs, 19 g of protein, 14.8 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 1.6 µg of B12 covers 68% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 51 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
262
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
14g
· 5% DV
Protein
19g
· 38% DV
Fat
14.8g
· 19% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 21% · Protein 29% · Fat 50%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 262 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.8 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 5.46 g | 27% |
| Trans fat | 0.34 g | |
| Sodium | 492 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 19 g | 38% |
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 | 262 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 131 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 218 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 262 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 327 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 392 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 180 g | 392 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 180 g | 392 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 545 kcal |
Calculated from 218 calories per 100 g.
Rice kebab is a minced-meat kebab served with or combined with rice. Recipes may also use onion and seasoning, and the rice can be incorporated into the kebab mixture or served alongside it, depending on the version.
Rice kebab is made by seasoning minced meat and preparing it with rice, then cooking the mixture or serving the components together according to the recipe. Avoid overworking the meat mixture, which can make the kebab dense.
No, rice kebab is not biryani. Biryani is a South Asian rice dish in which rice and seasoned meat are layered or cooked together; rice kebab is a kebab made with minced meat and rice, with its own preparation styles.
Rice kebab can fall apart if its meat mixture is loose or the rice does not bind it well. Chilling the mixture before shaping it, pressing it firmly onto the skewer, and turning it gently can help it hold together.
A rice variety that cooks into distinct grains can work well in rice kebab. If the rice is mixed into the meat, avoid cooking it until mushy; overly soft grains can make the kebab mixture difficult to shape and give it a pasty texture.
Rice kebab is made with minced meat, commonly lamb or beef, or a mixture of the two. The fat content affects how juicy the kebab is, while a very lean mince may produce a drier result.
Serve rice kebab with a crisp salad, grilled vegetables, or a yogurt-based side. If rice is already part of the kebab, another rice dish can make the meal unnecessarily heavy; a fresh, acidic accompaniment balances the meat.
Yes, rice kebab can be cooked in an oven when grilling is not practical. Shape the mixture evenly and cook it in a preheated oven until the minced meat is fully cooked; oven timing varies with the size and thickness of the kebabs.
Refrigerate leftover rice kebab promptly in a covered container, rather than leaving it at room temperature. Reheat it until steaming hot throughout, and avoid repeatedly cooling and reheating the same portion.
Rice kebab can fit into a weight-loss meal, but it is not automatically a weight-loss food. Its minced meat and rice make it filling; serving a moderate portion with vegetables instead of extra rice or rich sauces can help keep the meal lighter.
Vitamins
B12
1.62µg · 68% DV
B3
5.52mg · 35% DV
B6
0.37mg · 22% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Zinc
4.02mg · 37% DV
Selenium
20µg · 36% DV
Phosphorus
182mg · 26% DV
Sodium
492mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
306mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 262 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Rice kebab brings seasoned minced meat together with rice, either incorporated into the mixture or served alongside it, depending on the recipe. It is a hearty kebab-style main associated with Turkish cooking, where recipes and accompaniments vary from kitchen to kitchen.
Served hot, it pairs the savoury, spiced meat with rice’s mild flavour and tender texture. Enjoy it as a main with salad, grilled vegetables or yoghurt; these are easy accompaniments whether you are eating at home or ordering a kebab-style meal elsewhere. It provides protein as well as energy, with 15.8 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, choose leaner mince, use a modest portion of rice and add plenty of vegetables.
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.46g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.22g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.