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Spiced meatball, high protein
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Sark kofte (35 g) has 87 calories. That works out to 248 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.2 g of carbs, 6.2 g of protein, 5.9 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 0.7 µg of B12 covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 8 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
87
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
2.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
6.2g
· 12% DV
Fat
5.9g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 29% · Fat 61%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 87 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.9 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.13 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.15 g | |
| Sodium | 147 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% |
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) | 35 g | 87 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 124 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 248 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 105 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 372 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 175 g | 434 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 180 g | 446 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 546 kcal |
Calculated from 248 calories per 100 g.
Sark kofte is a Turkish-style spiced meatball associated with the country’s eastern regions. Recipes vary, but they generally use minced meat and may include fine bulgur, onion, and seasonings, making it distinct from a plain meat patty.
To make Sark kofte, combine minced meat with the ingredients in your chosen regional recipe, often fine bulgur, onion, and spices. Knead the mixture, shape it into portions, then cook in a pan, on a grill, or in the oven until fully cooked.
Sark kofte is made primarily with minced meat, and many recipes also add fine bulgur, onion, and spices. Some versions include herbs or vary the seasoning, so the exact ingredients depend on the cook or restaurant preparing it.
Knead the Sark kofte mixture thoroughly and let the shaped pieces rest briefly before cooking. If the recipe includes bulgur, give it time to soften; once the kofte are on the pan or grill, avoid turning them repeatedly before a crust forms.
Sark kofte can be pan-cooked, grilled, or baked, depending on the local recipe and how the mixture is shaped. Grilling gives the outside a charred finish, while a pan makes it easier to control smaller or more delicate kofte.
Serve Sark kofte with a fresh salad, grilled vegetables, or a yogurt-based side. Rice or bread also makes a common accompaniment; if the kofte mixture contains bulgur, vegetables can round out the meal without adding another grain.
Sark kofte is one regional style within the broad family of Turkish köfte. Its recipe may include fine bulgur and particular eastern-style seasonings, while other Turkish köfte recipes use different binders, spices, shapes, and cooking methods.
Yes, cooked Sark kofte can be frozen once cooled. Pack the pieces in an airtight container, separating layers so they do not stick together; thaw them in the refrigerator and reheat thoroughly, and do not refreeze kofte that has been thawed.
Cooked Sark kofte keeps for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking, reheat it thoroughly before serving, and discard it if its smell or appearance has changed.
Sark kofte provides protein, while its overall nutritional profile depends on the meat, added ingredients, and cooking method. Pair it with vegetables or salad and choose grilling or baking rather than deep-frying for a lighter meal.
Vitamins
B12
0.74µg · 31% DV
B3
1.72mg · 11% DV
B6
0.12mg · 7% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Zinc
1.33mg · 12% DV
Selenium
5.95µg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
65mg · 9% DV
Sodium
147mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
102mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sark kofte is a Turkish meatball associated with the country’s eastern culinary traditions. It is made from seasoned minced meat, often mixed with onion; recipes and spice blends vary between households and regions. The patties are shaped and cooked until browned, with a tender, juicy centre when prepared well.
In Turkey, they can be served with salad, grilled vegetables or ayran, and they also pair easily with flatbread or rice. Outside Turkey, a simple salad and roasted vegetables make an easy accompaniment. Sark kofte is protein-rich, though its fat content is also worth bearing in mind; for a lighter meal, grill it and make vegetables the main side.
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
2.13g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.49g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.45g
Omega 6:3 ratio 19.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (19.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.