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Detailed nutrition analysis with calories, glycemic index, vitamins and minerals.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Yağlıkara meat (120 g) has 252 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 24.6 g of protein, 17.4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 2.6 µg of B12 covers 110% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
252
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
24.6g
· 49% DV
Fat
17.4g
· 22% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 39% · Fat 61%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 252 kcal | |
| Total fat | 17.4 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 7.44 g | 37% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 72 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 24.6 g | 49% |
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 piece (medium) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 168 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 315 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 378 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 525 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
The name Yağlıkara meat alone does not reliably identify the animal or the specific cut. Ask the butcher which species and cut it is, since those details determine its flavor and the best cooking method.
The taste of Yağlıkara meat depends on the animal, cut, age, and how it is raised; the name by itself is not enough to predict it. Ask the seller about its source, then season simply to appreciate the meat’s own flavor.
Yağlıkara meat can work for kebabs if the cut is tender enough to cook quickly over high heat. Ask for a grilling cut, cut the pieces evenly, and keep the skewers over glowing coals rather than open flames.
Trim only thick, tough pieces of surface fat from Yağlıkara meat; a modest amount can help keep the meat moist and add flavor as it cooks. For skewers, remove loose fat that could drip onto the coals and cause flare-ups.
For a tough Yağlıkara cut, use slow, moist cooking in a covered pot rather than trying to tenderize it with high heat. For a tender cut, cook it briefly and avoid leaving it on the heat longer than necessary.
It is safer and easier to cook Yağlıkara meat after thawing it in the refrigerator, where it warms gradually. Cooking it straight from frozen can leave the outside overcooked before the center is ready.
Do not use Yağlıkara meat that has a sour or putrid smell, a sticky surface, or unusual discoloration. Smell alone cannot make meat safe: if it was stored improperly or you are unsure how long it was unrefrigerated, discard it.
Serve Yağlıkara meat with sides that suit its preparation: grilled vegetables, salad, and flatbread with kebabs, or potatoes and vegetables with a roast or stew. A sharp, fresh side can balance a rich meat dish.
Whether Yağlıkara meat can be served rare depends on the cut and how it was handled. Whole cuts and ground meat carry different food-safety risks, so do not serve minced or mechanically tenderized meat undercooked.
You can refreeze Yağlıkara meat thawed in the refrigerator, though its texture may become less appealing after another freeze. Do not refreeze meat that thawed on the counter or remained warm for an extended time.
Vitamins
B12
2.64µg · 110% DV
B3
5.64mg · 35% DV
B6
0.48mg · 28% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Zinc
5.76mg · 52% DV
Phosphorus
216mg · 31% DV
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Iron
3.24mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
384mg · 11% DV
Sodium
72mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 252 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 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.
Yağlıkara meat comes from livestock known by the Yağlıkara name in Turkey. Its flavour and fat content can vary with the animal’s diet and the cut. It works well grilled or pan-cooked, and can also be slow-roasted or simmered with vegetables. A simple seasoning lets the meat’s own flavour come through.
It provides protein and fat, with no carbohydrates. Serve it with vegetables or a fresh salad for a balanced plate; trimming visible fat before cooking is an easy way to make the meal lighter.
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.
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 1
Unprocessed
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
7.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.