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Traditional meatball kebab with protein
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Yuvalak Kebab (220 g) has 339 calories. That works out to 154 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.5 g of carbs, 23.8 g of protein, 16.7 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 2.3 µg of B12 covers 96% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 220 g
339
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
23.5g
· 9% DV
Protein
23.8g
· 48% DV
Fat
16.7g
· 21% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 28% · Protein 28% · Fat 44%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 339 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.7 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 5.83 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.26 g | |
| Sodium | 627 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23.5 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Protein | 23.8 g | 48% |
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 | 339 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 25 g | 39 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 154 kcal |
| 4 piece (small) | 100 g | 154 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 246 kcal |
| 8 piece (double) | 200 g | 308 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 462 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 380 g | 585 kcal |
Calculated from 154 calories per 100 g.
Yuvalak Kebab is a Turkish dish made with rounded meatballs, often cooked with a sauce. Recipes vary by region and household, but the defining feature is the small, ball-shaped meat rather than a whole cut grilled on a skewer.
To make Yuvalak Kebab, season and knead ground meat with the binder specified in your recipe, shape it into small balls, then cook them in a pan or sauce. Handle the balls gently once they are cooking so they keep their shape.
Yuvalak Kebab is commonly made with ground meat, often beef or lamb. Some home recipes combine meats, while others use just one; choose a mince with enough fat to keep the small meatballs moist as they cook.
No, Yuvalak Kebab and yuvalama are different dishes. Yuvalak Kebab is a meatball kebab, while yuvalama is a distinct Turkish regional dish commonly made with tiny bulgur-based pieces, chickpeas and a yogurt-based preparation.
Well-kneaded meat and a suitable binder help Yuvalak Kebab meatballs hold together. Shape them firmly, chill the mixture if it feels soft, and lower the balls gently into the cooking sauce instead of stirring them vigorously at the start.
Yuvalak Kebab is not necessarily hot-spicy; its seasoning varies from recipe to recipe. Turkish pepper, black pepper and other spices may be used, so when cooking for a mixed crowd, keep the chilli mild and offer extra heat at the table.
Yuvalak Kebab is often served with rice or bulgur pilaf, and yogurt makes a natural accompaniment. A crisp salad or cooked vegetables can balance a saucy, meat-based meal without competing with the meatballs.
Yes, Yuvalak Kebab can be baked in an oven-safe dish with sauce. Cover the dish for most of the cooking to help the meatballs stay moist, then uncover it near the end if you want the sauce to thicken.
Yes, cooked Yuvalak Kebab freezes well with its sauce. Cool it promptly, pack it in a sealed freezer-safe container, then thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat until hot throughout; this helps prevent the meatballs from drying out.
Reheat leftover Yuvalak Kebab gently with its sauce in a covered pan, adding a splash of water if the sauce has thickened. You can also use an oven-safe dish; heat it until the meatballs are hot all the way through.
Vitamins
B12
2.31µg · 96% DV
B3
6.82mg · 43% DV
B6
0.51mg · 30% DV
B2
0.31mg · 24% DV
Minerals
Selenium
26µg · 47% DV
Zinc
4.73mg · 43% DV
Phosphorus
262mg · 37% DV
Sodium
627mg · 27% DV
Potassium ⭐
480mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Yuvalak Kebab is a traditional Turkish dish of small, rounded meatballs made with seasoned minced meat. Depending on the regional recipe, the mixture may include fine bulgur or another binder, and the meatballs are often cooked in a sauce or broth.
They are tender and savoury, and are commonly served with rice or bulgur pilaf, yoghurt and salad. The meat makes the dish a source of protein, while a generous side of pilaf adds more carbohydrates. For a lighter meal, keep the pilaf portion modest and serve the kebab with salad and yoghurt.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.83g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.15g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.