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Contains vitamin A and fiber
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sauteed borage with onion (120 g) has 94 calories. That works out to 78 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.2 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 6.1 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 93.6 µg of Vitamin K covers 78% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
94
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
8.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
2.3g
· 5% DV
Fat
6.1g
· 8% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 34% · Protein 9% · Fat 57%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 94 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.1 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 0.86 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 22 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.2 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% |
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) | 120 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 18 g | 14 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (medium) | 54 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 95 g | 74 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 109 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 220 g | 172 kcal |
Calculated from 78 calories per 100 g.
Sauteed borage with onion is a cooked vegetable dish made by softening borage leaves and stems, then frying them with onion. Recipes vary: some add egg or cornmeal, while others keep the preparation simple.
To make sauteed borage with onion, sort and wash the greens carefully, boil them until tender, and drain them well. Cook sliced onion in a little oil, add the greens, and saute until the flavors come together; egg is an optional addition.
In Turkish, sauteed borage with onion is called soğanlı kavrulmuş kaldirik. Kaldirik is a regional wild green associated with the Black Sea area; local plant names can vary, so an English label such as “borage” may not identify the plant precisely.
Sauteed borage with onion is associated with Turkish Black Sea home cooking, where kaldirik is used as a seasonal wild green. The plant and dish have different local names, and ingredients can vary between households.
For sauteed borage with onion, sort the leaves and stems, remove tough parts, and rinse repeatedly until no grit remains. If the greens were foraged, use them only when their identity is certain; several wild plants can look alike.
Yes, eggs can be added to sauteed borage with onion. Stir beaten eggs into the cooked greens and onion, or crack eggs over the mixture and cook until set; the dish is also commonly served without eggs.
No, sauteed borage with onion is a cooked dish, not a raw salad. Clean the greens thoroughly and cook them until tender before serving; cooking also gives the leaves a softer texture that works well with onion.
Yes, sauteed borage with onion can be frozen once it has cooled. Pack it in an airtight freezer-safe container, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat it thoroughly; avoid freezing it again after thawing.
Sauteed borage with onion keeps for about 2–3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly after serving and reheat it until hot throughout before eating.
Sauteed borage with onion goes well with yogurt, bread, or a simple grain dish. In Turkish home cooking, it is also served with eggs, making it suitable for a savory breakfast or a light meal.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
93.6µg · 78% DV
Vitamin A
342µg · 38% DV
Vitamin C
11.4mg · 13% DV
Vitamin E
1.68mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.35mg · 15% DV
Magnesium
50mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
372mg · 11% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Sodium
22mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Sauteed borage with onion is a home-style dish made from kaldirik, a leafy wild green gathered in parts of northern Turkey, especially around the Black Sea. The leaves and tender stems are often boiled until soft, then cooked in a pan with onion; methods vary from kitchen to kitchen. Kaldirik is also known locally as hodan, and the English name “borage” is a convenient rendering for this traditional green.
Its texture is tender and its flavour gently herbal, with sweetness from the cooked onion. Serve it warm as a side, with bread, or alongside other vegetable dishes. It provides fibre and vitamin A. For a lighter plate, use a modest amount of oil and pair it with plain grains or a fresh salad.
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
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ 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
0.86g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.