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Yuvarlama pilaf Calories
Traditional Turkish meatball and rice pilaf
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Yuvarlama pilaf (200 g) has 350 calories. That works out to 175 calories per 100 g. It contains 47 g of carbs, 12.4 g of protein, 10.4 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 124 mg of Phosphorus covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Yuvarlama pilaf Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 200 g
350
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
47g
· 17% DV
Protein
12.4g
· 25% DV
Fat
10.4g
· 13% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 15% · Fat 28%
Yuvarlama pilaf nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (200 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 350 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.4 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 3.4 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 520 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 47 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% |
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% |
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 Yuvarlama pilaf?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 350 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 105 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 175 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 263 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 315 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 438 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 525 kcal |
| 2 serving (double) | 400 g | 700 kcal |
Calculated from 175 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Yuvarlama pilaf
What is Yuvarlama pilaf?
Yuvarlama pilaf is a Turkish rice dish served with small, rounded meatballs. Recipes vary, but the defining combination is seasoned meatballs with rice pilaf, rather than the yogurt-based stew often associated with the similar name yuvalama.
How do you make Yuvarlama pilaf?
To make Yuvarlama pilaf, shape seasoned ground meat into small balls, cook them through, and serve them with cooked rice pilaf. Preparing the rice and meatballs separately helps keep the rice fluffy and prevents the small meatballs from breaking apart.
Where does Yuvarlama pilaf come from?
Yuvarlama pilaf is associated with southeastern Turkish cooking, including Gaziantep food traditions. The name can refer to different regional preparations, so a rice-and-meatball version should not be confused with the yogurt-based yuvalama served as a stew.
What is the difference between Yuvarlama pilaf and yuvalama?
Yuvarlama pilaf pairs rice pilaf with small meatballs. Yuvalama, especially the Gaziantep dish, is generally a chickpea-and-meatball stew finished with yogurt. Their similar names can cause confusion, but they are served and prepared differently.
What meat is used in Yuvarlama pilaf meatballs?
Ground beef is a common choice for Yuvarlama pilaf meatballs, though recipes may use another ground meat. The meat is seasoned and shaped into small balls; keeping them evenly sized helps them cook at the same pace.
How do you keep the rice fluffy in Yuvarlama pilaf?
For fluffy Yuvarlama pilaf, cook the rice separately and fold or plate the meatballs with it only after both are ready. Stirring the meatballs through the rice too early can break them and make the grains lose their shape.
What do you serve with Yuvarlama pilaf?
Serve Yuvarlama pilaf with a crisp salad, grilled vegetables, or a simple yogurt side. Since the dish already brings together rice and meat, a fresh accompaniment adds contrast without making the meal feel too heavy.
Can you make Yuvarlama pilaf ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare Yuvarlama pilaf ahead by cooking the meatballs and rice separately and refrigerating them promptly. Reheat them gently before serving, combining them at the end so the rice stays intact and the meatballs keep their shape.
Can you freeze Yuvarlama pilaf?
Yes, Yuvarlama pilaf can be frozen in airtight portions, although the rice may soften after thawing and reheating. Cool it promptly before packing, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Can you make vegetarian Yuvarlama pilaf?
Yes, you can make a vegetarian version of Yuvarlama pilaf by replacing the meatballs with small lentil or chickpea balls. Season them well and bake or pan-cook them, then serve with the rice pilaf as usual.
Yuvarlama pilaf Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B5
0.76mg · 15% DV
B3
2.4mg · 15% DV
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Sodium
520mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
124mg · 18% DV
Manganese
0.36mg · 16% DV
Selenium
8.4µg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
190mg · 6% DV
Yuvarlama pilaf Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Yuvarlama pilaf
To burn the 350 calories in 1 serving (medium) (200 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
What is Yuvarlama pilaf?
Yuvarlama pilaf brings rice pilaf together with small, rounded meatballs, drawing on a Turkish home-cooking tradition associated especially with southeastern Anatolia and Gaziantep. The meatballs are typically made with minced meat and seasoning, though household versions vary. It makes a substantial, one-dish meal rather than a plain side of rice.
The rice is tender and fragrant, while the meatballs add a savory, soft bite. In Turkey it is served at family meals, often with yogurt or a fresh salad alongside; elsewhere, it works well as a hearty main course. It provides energy from the rice as well as protein from the meat. For a lighter plate, keep the added oil modest and pair it with plenty of salad.
How Nutritious Is Yuvarlama pilaf?
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 Yuvarlama pilaf 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 Yuvarlama pilaf Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Yuvarlama pilaf Good For?
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
Yuvarlama pilaf Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6:1).
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