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Traditional wild leek and ground beef dish rich in protein, iron, and folate
In season: Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Wild leek with ground beef (220 g) has 260 calories. That works out to 118 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.2 g of carbs, 17.8 g of protein, 15.6 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 127.6 µg of Vitamin K covers 106% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 18 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 220 g
260
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
9.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
17.8g
· 36% DV
Fat
15.6g
· 20% 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 15% · Protein 29% · Fat 56%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 260 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.6 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 5.06 g | 25% |
| Trans fat | 0.26 g | |
| Sodium | 462 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.2 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Protein | 17.8 g | 36% |
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 | 260 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 18 g | 21 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (small) | 54 g | 64 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 110 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 212 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 220 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 354 kcal |
Calculated from 118 calories per 100 g.
Wild leek with ground beef is made by cooking cleaned, chopped çiriş with browned ground beef and onion. Some home recipes add tomato paste and spices. Add the greens after browning the meat, then cook gently until the çiriş is tender.
Wild leek with ground beef is a Turkish home-style dish made with çiriş, a seasonal wild green, and minced beef. The English name is a translation; the dish is based on the Turkish plant called çiriş otu, not necessarily the familiar cultivated leek.
Wild leek with ground beef has a savory, earthy flavor, with the beef balancing the distinctive taste of çiriş. The exact flavor varies with the freshness of the greens and whether the cook adds onion, tomato paste, or spices.
For wild leek with ground beef, trim away tough roots and damaged parts, then rinse the çiriş leaves thoroughly. Wild greens can hold grit, so change the water and rinse again until it is clear; drain and chop before cooking.
Wild leek with ground beef is associated with Turkish regional cooking, particularly areas where çiriş grows and is gathered in season. Çiriş dishes are especially familiar in Eastern Anatolia, though household recipes and names can vary across regions.
Serve wild leek with ground beef with plain yogurt or cacık, and add rice pilaf or bread if you want a more substantial meal. A fresh salad also works well without competing with the flavor of the çiriş.
Yes, frozen çiriş can be used in wild leek with ground beef. Thaw and drain it first if it releases a lot of water, then add it to the browned meat and onion. Its texture may be softer than fresh çiriş.
Not usually: wild leek with ground beef refers here to a Turkish dish made with çiriş otu, a wild seasonal green. The translated name can be confusing, so ordinary supermarket leeks are not necessarily the same ingredient or a direct substitute.
Wild leek with ground beef keeps for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator when promptly cooled and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and discard it if it has been left out for an extended period.
Yes, wild leek with ground beef can be frozen in airtight, meal-sized containers once it has cooled. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat thoroughly; the çiriş may be softer after thawing, but the dish is still suitable to serve.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
127.6µg · 106% DV
B12
1.8µg · 75% DV
Vitamin A
407µg · 45% DV
B3
5.28mg · 33% DV
Minerals
Selenium
19µg · 35% DV
Zinc
3.74mg · 34% DV
Phosphorus
238mg · 34% DV
Iron
4.18mg · 23% DV
Sodium
462mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
629mg · 19% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Wild leek with ground beef is a home-style dish made by cooking minced meat with çiriş, a spring wild plant gathered and eaten in parts of eastern and southeastern Turkey. The tender leaves are cleaned, chopped and usually softened with onion before the beef is added; recipes vary from household to household.
The greens bring a mild, earthy note, balanced by the savoury richness of the meat. It is served hot as a main dish, often with yoghurt and bread, or alongside a fresh salad. With 8.1 g of protein per 100 g, it makes a filling meal; serve a moderate portion with plenty of greens if you want a lighter plate.
High
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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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.06g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.38g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.