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Yağlı Kara Kebab Calories
Rich in protein and iron
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Yağlı Kara Kebab (180 g) has 576 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.8 g of carbs, 36.9 g of protein, 45.5 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 4.1 µg of B12 covers 173% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Yağlı Kara Kebab Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
576
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
3.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
36.9g
· 74% DV
Fat
45.5g
· 58% 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 3% · Protein 26% · Fat 71%
Yağlı Kara Kebab nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 576 kcal | |
| Total fat | 45.5 g | 58% |
| Saturated fat | 18.18 g | 91% |
| Trans fat | 0.36 g | |
| Sodium | 666 mg | 29% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 36.9 g | 74% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Yağlı Kara Kebab?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 576 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 288 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 384 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 416 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 480 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 180 g | 576 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 800 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Yağlı Kara Kebab
What is Yağlı Kara Kebab?
Yağlı Kara Kebab is a Turkish grilled-meat kebab, commonly associated with Gaziantep and southeastern Türkiye. Unlike minced-meat kebabs, it is generally made with pieces of meat threaded onto skewers and cooked over a fire.
Where does Yağlı Kara Kebab come from?
Yağlı Kara Kebab is associated with Gaziantep and the broader southeastern Turkish food tradition. Recipes can differ between cooks and restaurants, so the exact meat cut and seasoning may vary rather than follow one fixed national recipe.
What cut of meat is used for Yağlı Kara Kebab?
Yağlı Kara Kebab is usually made with fatty lamb or mutton pieces suitable for skewering. The precise cut can vary by butcher and local recipe; pieces with some fat tend to stay juicier over the grill than very lean meat.
How is Yağlı Kara Kebab different from şiş kebab?
Yağlı Kara Kebab is a regional style of skewered meat, while şiş kebab is a broader category of meat cooked on skewers. The name points to a richer, fattier preparation, although the exact cut and seasoning vary by recipe.
How is Yağlı Kara Kebab different from Adana kebab?
Yağlı Kara Kebab is typically grilled as pieces of meat, whereas Adana kebab is made from seasoned minced meat shaped along a wide skewer. The difference is especially noticeable in texture: Yağlı Kara Kebab retains distinct meat pieces.
How do you make Yağlı Kara Kebab at home?
Cut fatty meat into similar-sized chunks, thread them onto skewers, and grill over high heat, turning until browned and cooked through. At home, a very hot grill pan can work; avoid crowding it, which can make the meat steam.
What is Yağlı Kara Kebab usually served with?
Yağlı Kara Kebab is often served with flatbread, grilled tomatoes and peppers, sliced onion, and fresh herbs. A salad or yogurt drink also makes a common accompaniment, adding freshness alongside the kebab’s rich, smoky meat.
How can you keep Yağlı Kara Kebab from drying out?
Use meat that has some fat, cut the pieces evenly, and avoid cooking them for too long. Keep the grill hot enough to brown the outside quickly, but move the skewers away from flare-ups that can scorch the meat.
How long do leftovers of Yağlı Kara Kebab keep?
Store leftover Yağlı Kara Kebab in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within three to four days. Refrigerate it promptly rather than leaving it out, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Can you freeze Yağlı Kara Kebab?
Yes, cooked Yağlı Kara Kebab can be frozen in an airtight container once it has cooled. Divide it into meal-sized portions, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat it thoroughly; the meat may be a little less tender after freezing.
Yağlı Kara Kebab Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
4.14µg · 173% DV
B3
10.44mg · 65% DV
B2
0.4mg · 31% DV
B6
0.49mg · 29% DV
Minerals
Zinc
7.38mg · 67% DV
Selenium
36µg · 65% DV
Phosphorus
342mg · 49% DV
Sodium
666mg · 29% DV
Potassium ⭐
513mg · 15% DV
Yağlı Kara Kebab Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Yağlı Kara Kebab
To burn the 576 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Yağlı Kara Kebab?
Yağlı Kara Kebab is a Turkish kebab made with fatty meat cooked over a grill, where the heat helps render the fat and keeps the meat succulent. Recipes and cuts can vary by region, but it belongs to Turkey’s broader tradition of charcoal-grilled kebabs.
It is commonly served hot with flatbread, grilled peppers or tomatoes, onion salad and a cooling drink such as ayran. Rich in protein and also high in fat, it makes a filling main course. For a lighter plate, pair it with fresh salad and grilled vegetables, and have a smaller amount of bread.
How Nutritious Is Yağlı Kara Kebab?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Yağlı Kara Kebab Processed?
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.
Does Yağlı Kara Kebab Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Yağlı Kara Kebab Good For?
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
Yağlı Kara Kebab Fat Profile
SATURATED
18.18g
MONOUNSATURATED
20.52g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.16g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.4:1).
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