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Söğüş meat Calories
Boiled beef or lamb, served cold
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
100 g of Söğüş meat has 180 calories. It contains 0 g of carbs, 28 g of protein, 7 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 2.2 µg of B12 covers 92% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Söğüş meat Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
180
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
28g
· 56% DV
Fat
7g
· 9% 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 64% · Fat 36%
Söğüş meat nutrition facts table · 100 g
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 180 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.8 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 60 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 28 g | 56% |
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 Söğüş meat?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 70 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 144 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 200 g | 360 kcal |
Calculated from 180 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Söğüş meat
What is söğüş meat?
Söğüş meat is cooked meat served cold in thin slices, often as a Turkish street-food wrap. A traditional version uses meat from a sheep or lamb’s head, though recipes and the cuts used can vary by region and vendor.
What part of the animal is used for söğüş meat?
Traditional söğüş meat often comes from the head, especially the cheek and tongue; some versions may include other parts. The term can also refer to cold-sliced boiled beef or lamb, so ask the restaurant which cuts its version contains.
How is söğüş meat cooked?
Söğüş meat is simmered until tender, cooled, and then sliced thinly. For a head-meat version, the head is cleaned and boiled before the meat is removed. It is served after cooking, rather than cooked as a raw-meat dish.
How do you eat söğüş meat?
Söğüş meat is commonly eaten in a thin flatbread or lavash wrap. It is paired with fresh ingredients such as onion, parsley, and tomato, then seasoned with cumin or red pepper; the exact combination depends on the shop or regional style.
Is söğüş meat the same as head cheese?
No. Söğüş meat is usually sliced cooked meat served cold, often in a wrap. Head cheese is a set terrine made by combining cooked head meat with cooking liquid, which gels as it cools; the two foods use different preparations.
Why is söğüş meat served cold?
Söğüş meat is cooled after boiling so it can be sliced thinly and served in its traditional style. It is not raw: the meat is cooked first. You can warm it if you prefer, but that is not the usual presentation.
Where does söğüş meat come from?
Söğüş meat is part of Turkish food culture, and İzmir is especially associated with the head-meat wrap known as İzmir söğüş. Similar cold-sliced meat preparations can differ elsewhere in Turkey in their cuts, seasoning, and accompaniments.
Does söğüş meat always contain tongue or brain?
No. Söğüş meat does not have one fixed set of cuts. Tongue is common in some head-meat versions, while brain may be offered separately or included in certain recipes; ask the vendor if you need to know exactly what is in the serving.
How long does söğüş meat keep in the fridge?
Keep söğüş meat in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within 3–4 days. Refrigerate it promptly after serving, and store fresh wrap ingredients separately so they do not make the meat soggy.
Can you freeze söğüş meat?
Yes, plain cooked söğüş meat can be frozen in an airtight container or freezer bag. Freeze it without the bread and fresh garnishes, thaw it in the refrigerator, and avoid freezing it again after thawing.
Söğüş meat Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
2.2µg · 92% DV
B3
5.5mg · 34% DV
B6
0.3mg · 18% DV
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Zinc
4.5mg · 41% DV
Phosphorus
200mg · 29% DV
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Iron
2.5mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
320mg · 9% DV
Sodium
60mg · 3% DV
Söğüş meat Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Söğüş meat
To burn the 180 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Söğüş meat?
Söğüş meat is boiled beef or lamb, cooled and finely sliced or chopped. In Turkey, the name is especially associated with İzmir-style söğüş, often made with head meat; the cut and seasoning vary by cook and region.
It is usually served cold, wrapped in thin flatbread with onion, parsley, cumin and sumac, or eaten alongside these accompaniments. The meat is tender, with a clean, savoury flavour that the spices brighten rather than mask. It is protein-rich and contains no carbohydrates, so it can work well as a filling meal; add plenty of salad or greens for a lighter plate.
How Nutritious Is Söğüş meat?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Söğüş meat 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 Söğüş meat Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Söğüş meat 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
Söğüş meat Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.