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Traditional Aegean dish with wild greens and lamb, rich in fiber and protein
In season: Winter · Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Şevketibostan with lamb (200 g) has 190 calories. That works out to 95 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.6 g of carbs, 14.4 g of protein, 10.2 g of fat and 4.4 g of fiber. Its 76 µg of Vitamin K covers 63% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 200 g
190
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
9.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
14.4g
· 29% DV
Fat
10.2g
· 13% DV
Fiber
4.4g
· 16% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 20% · Protein 31% · Fat 49%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 190 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.2 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 3.4 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 420 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% |
| Protein | 14.4 g | 29% |
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 | 190 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 238 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 350 g | 333 kcal |
Calculated from 95 calories per 100 g.
Şevketibostan with lamb is made by braising lamb with cleaned wild şevketibostan greens, usually with onion and a lemony finish. Cook the lamb until tender before adding the greens, so they soften without becoming mushy.
Şevketibostan with lamb is a traditional Aegean Turkish dish of lamb cooked with şevketibostan, a wild, thistle-like green. The greens have a distinctive, gently tangy flavor, and the dish is usually served warm as a main course.
In Şevketibostan with lamb, the green tastes earthy and mildly tart, somewhat like a wild thistle rather than a mild leafy vegetable. Its bright flavor balances the richness of the lamb, especially in versions finished with lemon.
Şevketibostan with lamb is associated with Turkey’s Aegean region, where şevketibostan is gathered and cooked in seasonal home dishes. Local recipes vary, but combining the greens with lamb is one of the best-known traditional preparations.
Clean the greens for Şevketibostan with lamb carefully because the plant can have prickly tips and tough, fibrous parts. Wear gloves, trim away the sharp and woody sections, then rinse the cut greens several times to remove grit before cooking.
Not exactly: Şevketibostan with lamb uses şevketibostan, a wild thistle-like green, and names for related thistles vary across regions and translations. It is best not to assume that any recipe labeled “cardoon” uses the same plant or has the same flavor.
Lemon gives Şevketibostan with lamb its characteristic tang and balances the richness of the meat. Some traditional versions use a lemon-based egg-yolk liaison; temper it with a little hot cooking liquid before stirring it into the pot to help prevent curdling.
Serve Şevketibostan with lamb with plain rice or bulgur pilaf, plus yogurt if you like. The dish already combines meat and greens, so simple sides complement its tart, savory flavor without overwhelming it.
Yes, you can freeze Şevketibostan with lamb in airtight, meal-sized containers once it has cooled. The greens may become softer after thawing, so defrost it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly before serving.
Şevketibostan with lamb keeps for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator when promptly cooled and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and avoid repeatedly cooling and reheating the whole dish.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
76µg · 63% DV
B12
1.4µg · 58% DV
Vitamin A
220µg · 24% DV
Vitamin C
22mg · 24% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
164mg · 23% DV
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Sodium
420mg · 18% DV
Zinc
2mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
580mg · 17% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Şevketibostan with lamb is a traditional Aegean stew, especially associated with İzmir, made by cooking lamb with şevketibostan, a wild edible green. Its tender stems and roots are cleaned and simmered until soft, bringing the earthy plant and meat together in one dish.
The green has a gently bitter, distinctive flavour that balances the lamb’s richness. It is usually served warm, often with lemon, and works well with bread for soaking up the broth or alongside rice. The vegetables contribute fibre while the lamb provides protein, making it a satisfying main course; a 100 g portion has 7.2 g of protein. For a lighter version, choose lean lamb and use oil sparingly.
High
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Medium
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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
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2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
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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
3.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.