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Hearty traditional meat dish rich in protein and iron
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Stuffed ribs with bulgur pilaf (300 g) has 744 calories. That works out to 248 calories per 100 g. It contains 37.8 g of carbs, 44.4 g of protein, 45.6 g of fat and 5.4 g of fiber. Its 4.2 µg of B12 covers 175% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 300 g
744
KCAL / 300G
Carbs
37.8g
· 14% DV
Protein
44.4g
· 89% DV
Fat
45.6g
· 58% DV
Fiber
5.4g
· 19% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 20% · Protein 24% · Fat 56%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 744 kcal | |
| Total fat | 45.6 g | 58% |
| Saturated fat | 16.2 g | 81% |
| Trans fat | 0.54 g | |
| Sodium | 870 mg | 38% |
| Total carbohydrate | 37.8 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% |
| Protein | 44.4 g | 89% |
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) | 300 g | 744 kcal |
| 1 ounce (shredded) | 28 g | 69 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 248 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 130 g | 322 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 180 g | 446 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 220 g | 546 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 260 g | 645 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 380 g | 942 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 450 g | 1116 kcal |
Calculated from 248 calories per 100 g.
Stuffed ribs with bulgur pilaf is a traditional dish made by filling a rib section with seasoned bulgur pilaf and cooking it until the meat is tender. The stuffing cooks alongside the ribs, so the dish is served as a substantial meat-and-grain meal.
Stuffed ribs with bulgur pilaf is traditionally made with a whole section of lamb ribs. The rib cavity or opened section holds the bulgur filling while the meat cooks; recipes and the precise cut can vary by region and cook.
Bulgur pilaf is the defining filling in Stuffed ribs with bulgur pilaf, often seasoned with onion and spices. Some regional versions add ingredients such as liver, dried fruit, or nuts, so the exact stuffing depends on the recipe.
Stuffed ribs with bulgur pilaf is associated with southeastern Turkish cuisine, particularly the food traditions of Diyarbakır. Local cooks have their own approaches to the seasoning and filling, but the combination of ribs and stuffed pilaf is central to the dish.
Cook Stuffed ribs with bulgur pilaf covered, with enough moisture in the pot or roasting dish, and avoid prolonged high heat. Slow cooking gives the rib meat time to soften; uncovering it only near the end helps brown the outside without drying it.
Serve Stuffed ribs with bulgur pilaf with a crisp salad, yogurt, or simply cooked vegetables. The dish already includes meat and bulgur, so a fresh, tangy side balances its richness better than another heavy starch.
Yes, rice can be used for a rice-stuffed rib variation, but it will no longer be the bulgur pilaf version of Stuffed ribs with bulgur pilaf. Rice and bulgur absorb liquid differently, so adjust the filling and cooking method to the grain.
Yes, you can prepare the bulgur filling and stuff the ribs ahead, then keep them chilled until cooking. Cook the dish fully before serving, and avoid leaving stuffed raw meat at room temperature while you prepare the rest of the meal.
Refrigerate leftover Stuffed ribs with bulgur pilaf promptly in a covered container. You can store the meat and bulgur together or separately; reheat only the portion you plan to eat, until it is hot throughout.
The bulgur may stay firm if the filling did not have enough liquid or the ribs were not cooked long enough for steam to reach the center. Keep the dish covered and add a little liquid if the bulgur looks dry before it is tender.
Vitamins
B12
4.2µg · 175% DV
B3
11.7mg · 73% DV
B6
0.72mg · 42% DV
B2
0.42mg · 32% DV
Minerals
Selenium
48µg · 87% DV
Zinc
9.3mg · 85% DV
Phosphorus
465mg · 66% DV
Manganese
1.26mg · 55% DV
Sodium
870mg · 38% DV
Potassium ⭐
765mg · 23% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Stuffed ribs with bulgur pilaf is a celebratory Turkish dish, especially associated with the country’s southeast. Lamb ribs are typically filled with a seasoned stuffing and cooked until tender, with bulgur pilaf served alongside. Recipes vary from household to household, but the finished dish brings together rich, savoury meat, fragrant stuffing and bulgur’s gently nutty flavour.
In Turkey it is often brought to the table for family gatherings and special meals, rather than treated as an everyday quick supper. It is a filling main course with substantial protein and fat; each 100 g provides 14.8 g of protein. A crisp salad or yoghurt-based side balances its richness, while a smaller helping of pilaf makes the plate 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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
16.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
18.9g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.