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Traditional soup with lamb, vegetables, spices
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 bottle (medium) of Turkmen soup (250 g) has 163 calories. That works out to 65 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.8 g of carbs, 10.5 g of protein, 6.8 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 0.6 µg of B12 covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 bottle (medium) · 250 g
163
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
12.8g
· 5% DV
Protein
10.5g
· 21% DV
Fat
6.8g
· 9% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 33% · Protein 27% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 163 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.8 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.25 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 650 mg | 28% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.8 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 10.5 g | 21% |
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 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 163 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 150 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 330 g | 215 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 228 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 500 g | 325 kcal |
Calculated from 65 calories per 100 g.
Turkmen soup is made with lamb, vegetables and spices. The exact vegetable mix and seasoning can vary between family recipes, so there is not one fixed ingredient list for every version.
Turkmen soup is prepared by cooking lamb with vegetables and spices until the meat is tender. Add vegetables according to how long they need to cook, so they soften without completely breaking down.
Turkmen soup is associated with Turkmen cuisine and its tradition of hearty meat-and-vegetable soups. Recipes may differ from household to household, so the name does not point to one universally fixed preparation.
Turkmen soup has a savory lamb flavor with the aroma of its vegetables and spices. Its exact taste depends on the seasoning used, while its texture can range from brothy to more substantial.
Yes, you can make Turkmen soup with beef instead of lamb, although the flavor will change. Whichever meat you use, cook it until tender before serving so it is easy to eat in the soup.
Turkmen soup is identified by its combination of lamb, vegetables and spices, but there is no single recipe that sets it apart from every Central Asian soup. Ingredients and methods vary across regional and family cooking.
Serve Turkmen soup hot with bread, or add a simple salad alongside it. Since the soup already contains meat and vegetables, a light side keeps the meal balanced without competing with its flavors.
Yes, Turkmen soup can be frozen in airtight, meal-sized containers once it has cooled. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly; vegetables may become softer after freezing and thawing.
Cook the lamb gently until it is tender before adding vegetables that need less cooking time. Cutting the meat into similar-sized pieces also helps it cook evenly and makes the soup easier to serve.
Yes, you can prepare Turkmen soup ahead and refrigerate it after it cools. Reheat it on the stove until steaming hot, stirring so the lamb and vegetables warm evenly throughout.
Vitamins
B12
0.58µg · 24% DV
B3
1.75mg · 11% DV
Biotin
3µg · 10% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Sodium
650mg · 28% DV
Copper
0.15mg · 17% DV
Phosphorus
98mg · 14% DV
Selenium
7.25µg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
275mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Turkmen soup is a lamb, vegetable and spice soup associated with Turkmen cuisine in Central Asia. The meat flavours the broth, while the vegetables add substance; the exact ingredients and thickness can vary from one household to another.
Serve it hot as a starter or as a simple meal with bread, especially when you want something warming and savoury. It offers some protein, though it is not especially protein-dense: a 100 g portion contains 4.2 g. For a lighter bowl, skim off any fat that rises to the surface or use a generous share of vegetables.
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
2.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.5g
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.