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Thin slices of tender-looking lamb head meat, pale brown with darker edges, are tucked into a thin flatbread with chopped tomato, onion and parsley, with a dusting of red spice.
●Low GI
💪High Protein

Lamb söğüş Calories

Traditional sliced boiled lamb preparation; high in protein.

CALORIES · 100 G

223kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

320mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

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.

Lamb söğüş Nutrition Facts

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%

Lamb söğüş nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (120 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories268 kcal
Total fat16.1 g21%
Saturated fat6.72 g34%
Trans fat0.38 g
Sodium86 mg4%
Total carbohydrate0 g0%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein30.7 g61%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Lamb söğüş?

ServingAmountCalories
1 serving (medium)120 g268 kcal
1 piece (small)60 g134 kcal
1 piece (thin)90 g201 kcal
100 g100 g223 kcal
1 cup (chopped)140 g312 kcal
1 piece (thick)140 g312 kcal
1 cup (diced)150 g335 kcal
1 serving (large)180 g401 kcal
1 serving (double)240 g535 kcal

Calculated from 223 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Lamb söğüş

What is lamb söğüş?

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.

What part of the lamb is used in lamb söğüş?

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.

How is lamb söğüş traditionally made?

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.

How do you eat lamb söğüş?

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.

Is lamb söğüş served hot or cold?

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.

Is lamb söğüş the same as Turkish kelle söğüş?

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.

How is lamb söğüş different from kokoreç?

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.

What is usually served with lamb söğüş?

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.

Can you make lamb söğüş at home?

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.

How should leftover lamb söğüş be stored?

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.

Lamb söğüş Vitamins & Minerals

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

Lamb söğüş Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

0
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Lamb söğüş

To burn the 268 calories in 1 serving (medium) (120 g):

🚶

66min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

27min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

36min

Cycling

🏊

31min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Lamb söğüş?

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.

How Nutritious Is Lamb söğüş?

Nutrient density

High

63/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

48/ 100

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.

Is Lamb söğüş Processed?

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.

Does Lamb söğüş Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Lamb söğüş Good For?

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

Lamb söğüş Fat Profile

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.