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Protein-rich soup from poc meat, high in iron and B vitamins.
In season: Winter · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Soup from poc meat (250 g) has 163 calories. That works out to 65 calories per 100 g. It contains 8 g of carbs, 16.3 g of protein, 6.3 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 1.8 µg of B12 covers 73% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
163
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
8g
· 3% DV
Protein
16.3g
· 33% DV
Fat
6.3g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 21% · Protein 42% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 163 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.3 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.25 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 800 mg | 35% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 16.3 g | 33% |
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 cup (medium) | 250 g | 163 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 bottle (extra small) | 100 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 200 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 330 g | 215 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 400 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 bottle (extra large) | 500 g | 325 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 500 g | 325 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 750 g | 488 kcal |
Calculated from 65 calories per 100 g.
Soup from poc meat is a soup made with beef tail, a cut rich in connective tissue and usually cooked with its bones. “Poc” is also commonly written “pöç” in Turkish; the meat becomes tender during slow cooking.
Soup from poc meat is made by simmering the tail meat with water and aromatics until it is tender. Remove the meat from the bones, shred it, and return it to the broth; onion, garlic, and black pepper are common additions.
Yes, soup from poc meat is essentially a Turkish-style oxtail soup because poc refers to beef tail. The Turkish preparation may use regional seasonings and serving accompaniments, while “oxtail soup” covers many recipes from different cuisines.
Soup from poc meat can turn jelly-like when chilled because collagen from the tail’s connective tissue and bones becomes gelatin during cooking. This is normal, not a sign that the soup has spoiled; warming it makes the broth liquid again.
Soup from poc meat needs to cook until the tail meat is tender and separates easily from the bones. The time varies with the size of the pieces and the cooking method, so check the texture rather than relying on a fixed time.
Soup from poc meat has a rich, savory beef flavor and a fuller-bodied broth than many meat soups. Long cooking softens the meat and releases gelatin from the bones and connective tissue, giving the broth a silky texture.
Soup from poc meat is often served hot with lemon or vinegar, garlic, and black pepper, depending on the recipe. Bread makes a simple accompaniment, while a fresh salad can balance the richness of the broth.
Store leftover soup from poc meat in a covered container in the refrigerator for three to four days. Refrigerate it promptly rather than leaving the pot at room temperature, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat until steaming hot.
Yes, soup from poc meat freezes well. Cool it, portion it into freezer-safe containers with room for expansion, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating thoroughly; the broth may set while frozen or chilled, then loosen when warmed.
To reduce the strong smell in soup from poc meat, simmer it with aromatics such as onion, bay leaf, and pepper, and skim off foam as it cooks. Do not rinse raw meat; drying it with paper towels helps avoid spreading germs around the kitchen.
Vitamins
B12
1.75µg · 73% DV
B3
5.25mg · 33% DV
B2
0.33mg · 25% DV
B5
1.13mg · 23% DV
Minerals
Sodium
800mg · 35% DV
Zinc
3mg · 27% DV
Selenium
15µg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
163mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
300mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Soup from poc meat is made with meat from an animal’s tail, which releases flavour and a rich, gelatinous quality as it simmers. In Turkish usage, “poç” usually refers to cattle tail; recipes may add onion, vegetables and spices, depending on the region and household.
The result is a savoury, substantial broth, often served as a warming meal or as a starter alongside bread and a squeeze of lemon. It provides protein, with 6.5 g per 100 g. A crisp salad makes a fresh contrast, while skimming the fat from the surface is a simple way to make the bowl feel lighter.
Medium
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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.