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High protein, spiced, shelf-stable canned meat
In season: Winter · Autumn · Spring · Summer
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Turkey tandoori canned (90 g) has 122 calories. That works out to 135 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.5 g of carbs, 19.4 g of protein, 3.8 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 7 mg of B3 covers 44% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Canned turkey tandoori is a shelf-stable meat product made with chunks of turkey in a thick, reddish, spiced sauce. Its seasoning takes inspiration from tandoori flavours, rather than meaning the turkey was necessarily cooked in a traditional clay oven.
The meat is tender, while the sauce is aromatic, mildly oily and warmly spiced. In South Asian cooking, tandoori-style flavours often accompany flatbreads, rice and cooling yoghurt; elsewhere, the can makes a quick filling for wraps, grain bowls or salads. It is high in protein and relatively low in carbohydrates. For a lighter meal, drain off some sauce and pair it with fresh vegetables or a crisp salad.
Selected: 100 g
135
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
2.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
21.5g
· 43% DV
Fat
4.2g
· 5% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 8% · Protein 64% · Fat 28%
Vitamins
B3
7.8mg · 49% DV
B6
0.48mg · 28% DV
B12
0.6µg · 25% DV
B5
0.85mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Selenium
16µg · 29% DV
Phosphorus
185mg · 26% DV
Zinc
2mg · 18% DV
Sodium
420mg · 18% DV
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.
High
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 135 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 3
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
1.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6:1).
Canned turkey tandoori is cooked turkey seasoned with tandoori-style spices and packed with sauce in a can. It is a convenient, shelf-stable version of a spiced turkey dish, rather than turkey freshly cooked in a traditional tandoor oven.
Yes, you can eat canned turkey tandoori straight from the can because the meat is cooked during canning. Heating it is optional, though warming the turkey with its sauce can make the aroma and spices more pronounced.
Warm canned turkey tandoori gently in a pan with its sauce, stirring occasionally so it heats evenly. For microwave heating, transfer it to a microwave-safe dish and cover loosely; do not microwave it in the can.
After opening, transfer canned turkey tandoori to a covered food-storage container and refrigerate it promptly. Use a clean utensil when serving, eat it soon, and discard it if it develops an unusual smell, appearance, or mold.
No, an unopened can of turkey tandoori can be stored at room temperature in a cool, dry place until its stated date. Discard cans that are bulging, leaking, badly rusted, or damaged at the seams.
Yes, canned turkey tandoori is cooked as part of the canning process, so it does not need further cooking to be safe to eat. You can heat it for serving, but avoid prolonged cooking that may dry out the turkey.
Canned turkey tandoori is spiced, but its heat level varies by product; tandoori seasoning does not necessarily mean very hot chili. Pair it with plain yogurt or rice if you want to soften the spice on the palate.
Canned turkey tandoori works well with rice, flatbread, or roasted vegetables. A cooling side such as plain yogurt or cucumber salad complements the seasoned sauce and makes an easy meal.
Yes, canned turkey tandoori makes a quick sandwich or wrap filling. Drain excess sauce if needed, then combine the turkey with crunchy vegetables and a mild yogurt-based spread so the filling is easier to handle.
Yes, you can freeze leftover canned turkey tandoori after transferring it from the can to a freezer-safe container. The sauce may change texture slightly after thawing, so reheat it gently and stir before serving.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.