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A hearty pilaf made with rice, liver, and chickpeas; it provides protein, iron, and vitamin B12.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Rice with liver and chickpeas (200 g) has 330 calories. That works out to 165 calories per 100 g. It contains 44 g of carbs, 15.6 g of protein, 9.4 g of fat and 3.6 g of fiber. Its 16 µg of B12 covers 667% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 200 g
330
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
44g
· 16% DV
Protein
15.6g
· 31% DV
Fat
9.4g
· 12% DV
Fiber
3.6g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 19% · Fat 27%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 330 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.4 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 3 g | 15% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 380 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 44 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% |
| Protein | 15.6 g | 31% |
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 serving (medium) | 200 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28.4 g | 47 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 495 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 350 g | 578 kcal |
Calculated from 165 calories per 100 g.
Rice with liver and chickpeas is a filling pilaf combining rice, cooked chickpeas, and pieces of liver. It is made in Turkish home-style cooking, though the liver, seasoning, and cooking method can vary from one recipe to another.
Cook the rice as a pilaf with cooked chickpeas, then stir in liver that has been cooked separately. Adding the liver near the end helps keep it tender, while the rice absorbs the cooking liquid without overcooking the meat.
Rice with liver and chickpeas is a familiar Turkish-style pilaf combination, but it does not have one universally fixed recipe or a single established origin. Household versions differ in the type of liver, spices, and whether the ingredients cook together.
The liver usually gets tough in rice with liver and chickpeas when it is cooked for too long. Cut it into small pieces, cook it briefly in a separate pan, and fold it into the finished pilaf rather than simmering it with the rice.
Yes, canned chickpeas work well in rice with liver and chickpeas. Drain and rinse them first, then add them toward the end of cooking so they warm through without becoming mushy.
Long-grain or medium-grain white rice both work for rice with liver and chickpeas. Rinse and drain the rice before cooking to remove excess surface starch, which helps the grains stay separate in the pilaf.
Yes, you can prepare rice with liver and chickpeas ahead, but the rice and liver are best when freshly cooked. If making it early, cool and refrigerate it promptly, then reheat it thoroughly before serving.
Yes, rice with liver and chickpeas can be frozen in airtight, meal-sized portions. The rice may soften and the liver’s texture may change slightly after thawing, so cool the dish promptly and reheat it until steaming hot.
Serve rice with liver and chickpeas with a crisp salad, plain yogurt, or pickled vegetables. Their fresh or tangy flavors balance the rich pilaf without making the meal feel heavier.
It is better not to make rice with liver and chickpeas an everyday meal because liver is rich in preformed vitamin A, and frequent large amounts can lead to excessive intake. Enjoy it occasionally and vary your protein choices.
Vitamins
B12
16µg · 667% DV
Vitamin A
1100µg · 122% DV
B2
0.7mg · 54% DV
B3
6.4mg · 40% DV
Minerals
Selenium
24µg · 44% DV
Copper
0.3mg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
220mg · 31% DV
Manganese
0.7mg · 30% DV
Sodium
380mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
360mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Rice with liver and chickpeas is a hearty Turkish-style pilaf, made by cooking rice with chickpeas and pieces of liver. Recipes vary in seasoning and in the type of liver used. The rice is usually fluffy, the chickpeas tender, and the liver adds a savoury, distinctive richness.
It can be served as a filling main dish, often with a crisp salad, pickles or yoghurt on the side. Rice supplies most of the carbohydrates, while chickpeas and liver contribute protein; liver also makes the dish a source of iron and vitamin B12. For a lighter plate, use the cooking fat sparingly and balance the pilaf with plenty of salad.
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.