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Traditional meat dish cooked on a saj griddle with a small amount of oil, typically using beef or lamb.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Saj tava meat (150 g) has 338 calories. That works out to 225 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.5 g of carbs, 38.3 g of protein, 17.7 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 3.2 µg of B12 covers 131% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
338
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
4.5g
· 2% DV
Protein
38.3g
· 77% DV
Fat
17.7g
· 23% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 5% · Protein 46% · Fat 49%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 338 kcal | |
| Total fat | 17.7 g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 6.45 g | 32% |
| Trans fat | 0.6 g | |
| Sodium | 570 mg | 25% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.5 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 38.3 g | 77% |
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) | 150 g | 338 kcal |
| 1 ounce (whole) | 28.4 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 113 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 180 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 225 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 225 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 170 g | 383 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 495 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 300 g | 675 kcal |
Calculated from 225 calories per 100 g.
Saj tava meat is a meat dish cooked on a hot, shallow saj griddle, usually with beef or lamb and a little oil. The meat is cut into small pieces and seared; onions, peppers, or tomatoes may be added depending on the recipe.
Tender, quick-cooking cuts work best for Saj tava meat, such as beef sirloin or lamb leg. Cut the meat into evenly sized pieces so they cook at the same rate; tougher cuts need slower cooking to become tender.
To keep Saj tava meat tender, preheat the cooking surface and avoid crowding it, which can make the meat stew in its own juices. Sear small batches, and cook tougher pieces gently with a lid until tender.
Yes, Saj tava meat can be cooked in a wide, heavy-based skillet. Heat the pan well and cook the meat in batches if needed; a crowded or cool pan releases moisture and makes browning difficult.
Onions, green peppers, and tomatoes are common additions to Saj tava meat. Add the vegetables after the meat has started to brown, so they soften in the meat juices without preventing the meat from searing.
Saj tava meat is often seasoned simply with salt and black pepper, with chilli flakes, cumin, or thyme added to taste. Add delicate ground spices near the end of cooking so they do not scorch on the hot griddle.
Saj tava meat is very similar to Turkish saç kavurma: both are made by cooking bite-sized meat on a hot metal griddle. Recipes vary by region, especially in whether they include vegetables such as onions, peppers, or tomatoes.
Saj tava meat belongs to a broader regional style of cooking meat on a saj, a shallow metal griddle used across parts of the Middle East and surrounding regions. Local ingredients and serving customs differ, so there is no single fixed recipe.
Saj tava meat is commonly served hot with flatbread, rice, or bulgur, often alongside salad or grilled vegetables. Bread can be used to scoop up the meat and its juices, making it a practical shared meal.
Cool leftover Saj tava meat promptly, place it in a covered container, and refrigerate it for three to four days. Reheat it until steaming hot; freeze portions if you want to keep them longer.
Vitamins
B12
3.15µg · 131% DV
B3
7.8mg · 49% DV
B6
0.48mg · 28% DV
B2
0.27mg · 21% DV
Minerals
Zinc
7.65mg · 70% DV
Selenium
35µg · 64% DV
Phosphorus
308mg · 44% DV
Sodium
570mg · 25% DV
Potassium ⭐
555mg · 16% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Saj tava meat is beef or lamb cooked quickly with a little oil on a broad, hot saj griddle. The dish is associated with Turkish cooking, where the curved metal surface helps the meat sear while staying tender; ingredients and seasoning vary from kitchen to kitchen.
It is usually served hot, often with flatbread, rice or a fresh salad to catch the savoury juices. For a lighter meal, pair it with plenty of vegetables and keep the added oil modest. Its nutritional profile is centred on protein and fat, with very little carbohydrate, so it can suit meals built around meat rather than grains.
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
— 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
6.45g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.65g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.