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Traditional dumplings with ground beef, zucchini, and dough
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Turkmen dumplings with ground beef and zucchini (220 g) has 471 calories. That works out to 214 calories per 100 g. It contains 54.6 g of carbs, 20 g of protein, 19.1 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 1.4 µg of B12 covers 57% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 220 g
471
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
54.6g
· 20% DV
Protein
20g
· 40% DV
Fat
19.1g
· 24% DV
Fiber
4g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 17% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 471 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.1 g | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 6.38 g | 32% |
| Trans fat | 0.4 g | |
| Sodium | 528 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 54.6 g | 20% |
| Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Protein | 20 g | 40% |
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) | 220 g | 471 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 75 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 90 g | 193 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 214 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 105 g | 225 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 175 g | 375 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 385 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 320 g | 685 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 350 g | 749 kcal |
Calculated from 214 calories per 100 g.
Turkmen dumplings with ground beef and zucchini are filled dough parcels made with minced beef and zucchini, then cooked and served as a hearty main dish. Recipes vary in size, shape, and seasoning, but the zucchini is a defining part of this filling.
To make Turkmen dumplings with ground beef and zucchini, wrap a seasoned beef-and-zucchini filling in rolled dough, seal the edges, and cook the parcels, commonly by steaming. Drain excess moisture from the zucchini first so the filling does not make the dough soggy.
Turkmen dumplings with ground beef and zucchini are commonly steamed, which helps keep the parcels intact and the filling tender. Follow the method in your recipe, and leave space between dumplings so they do not stick together as they cook.
Turkmen dumplings with ground beef and zucchini include zucchini in the filling, while Uzbek manti are often filled primarily with meat and onion. Both are dumplings commonly cooked by steaming, but the filling, shaping, and serving style vary between recipes.
Zucchini adds moisture and a mild vegetable flavor to Turkmen dumplings with ground beef and zucchini. Since it releases water as it cooks, squeeze or drain grated zucchini before mixing it with the beef to help keep the dough from becoming wet.
Yogurt or garlic yogurt pairs well with Turkmen dumplings with ground beef and zucchini; some versions are served with a buttery or tomato-based sauce. Add the sauce just before eating so the dumpling dough does not soften while it sits.
Seal Turkmen dumplings with ground beef and zucchini by keeping the filling away from the dough edges and pressing the seams firmly together. If the dough dries out while you shape the dumplings, cover the unused pieces with a clean towel.
Yes, you can freeze Turkmen dumplings with ground beef and zucchini before cooking. Freeze them in a single layer until firm, then transfer them to a sealed container; cook from frozen and make sure the beef filling is thoroughly cooked.
Cooked Turkmen dumplings with ground beef and zucchini keep for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Reheat them until hot throughout, preferably by steaming or covered, and discard any that have been left at room temperature for too long.
Serve Turkmen dumplings with ground beef and zucchini with plain yogurt, cucumber yogurt, or a fresh salad. A light, crisp side balances the dough and meat filling without competing with the dumplings' mild zucchini flavor.
Vitamins
B12
1.36µg · 57% DV
Biotin
8.8µg · 29% DV
B3
4.62mg · 29% DV
B1
0.24mg · 20% DV
Minerals
Selenium
29µg · 53% DV
Phosphorus
224mg · 32% DV
Zinc
3.3mg · 30% DV
Manganese
0.53mg · 23% DV
Sodium
528mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
370mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Turkmen dumplings with ground beef and zucchini are a traditional Turkmen dish: a savoury filling of minced beef and zucchini is wrapped in dough, then the dumplings are commonly steamed. Recipes vary by household, including the size of the dumplings and the balance of meat to vegetable. The zucchini keeps the filling tender, while the beef makes it substantial.
They can be served as a main course, often with plain or garlicky yoghurt; a little melted butter or a tomato-based sauce may also accompany them. The dough contributes most of the carbohydrates, while the meat provides protein, and the zucchini adds some fibre. For a lighter meal, keep the topping simple and serve the dumplings with a fresh salad.
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 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.
Contains these 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
6.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.98g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.