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Traditional sliced boiled lamb preparation; high in protein.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Lamb söğüş (120 g) has 268 calories. That works out to 223 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 30.7 g of protein, 16.1 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 2.8 µg of B12 covers 115% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
268
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
30.7g
· 61% DV
Fat
16.1g
· 21% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 46% · Fat 54%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 268 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.1 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 6.72 g | 34% |
| Trans fat | 0.38 g | |
| Sodium | 86 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 30.7 g | 61% |
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 | 268 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 134 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 90 g | 201 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 223 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 140 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 150 g | 335 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 401 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 240 g | 535 kcal |
Calculated from 223 calories per 100 g.
Lamb söğüş is a Turkish preparation of boiled lamb meat, thinly sliced and usually served cold or at room temperature. It is commonly associated with meat from the lamb’s head, though the exact pieces can vary.
Lamb söğüş often uses meat from the lamb’s head, especially cheek and tongue. Recipes and shop portions differ, so ask which cuts are included if you want to avoid or specifically choose a particular part.
Lamb söğüş is made by simmering lamb until tender, cooling the cooked meat, and slicing it thinly. The slices are then seasoned and served, often in flatbread or on a plate with fresh accompaniments.
Lamb söğüş is commonly eaten wrapped in flatbread or served as a plated dish. Onion, parsley, lemon, cumin, and chilli flakes are typical accompaniments that add freshness and balance to the rich lamb.
Lamb söğüş is usually served cold or at room temperature rather than piping hot. The meat is boiled first and sliced after cooling, although a vendor may be able to warm a portion if you ask.
They are closely related names for Turkish söğüş made with boiled head meat. Lamb söğüş may refer specifically to lamb, while kelle söğüş describes the head-meat preparation; ingredients and serving style vary by region.
Lamb söğüş consists of sliced boiled lamb, often head meat, whereas kokoreç is seasoned offal cooked on a spit or grill. Söğüş is typically served cold or at room temperature; kokoreç is usually served hot.
Lamb söğüş is often served with flatbread, onion, parsley, lemon, and spices such as cumin or chilli. These accompaniments cut through the richness of the meat, and the exact combination depends on the shop or region.
Yes, you can make lamb söğüş at home by simmering cleaned lamb cuts until tender, cooling them, and slicing them thinly. Buying prepared, cleaned cuts from a butcher makes the process more practical.
Refrigerate leftover lamb söğüş promptly in a covered container and eat it within a few days. Keep it chilled until serving, and do not save portions that have been left out at room temperature for an extended time.
Vitamins
B12
2.76µg · 115% DV
B3
8.16mg · 51% DV
B2
0.28mg · 22% DV
Biotin
6µg · 20% DV
Minerals
Zinc
5.04mg · 46% DV
Selenium
22µg · 40% DV
Phosphorus
252mg · 36% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
384mg · 11% DV
Sodium
86mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Lamb söğüş is a Turkish preparation of lamb that is gently boiled, then sliced thinly. It is associated with söğüş shops and street-food traditions in Turkey; the cuts used can vary by region and cook.
The meat is savoury and tender, and is served cold or at room temperature. It is often seasoned with onion, parsley, cumin and sumac, either plated or tucked into flatbread. For English-speaking diners, it makes a hearty lunch or a shareable starter, with a fresh salad alongside. It is protein-rich, providing 25.6 g per 100 g, and pairs well with sharp, bright flavours such as lemon and pickles.
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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
6.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.48g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.84g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.