Calorie guide · Turkish
Braised lamb shank (kuzu incik)calories and macros
One serving of Braised lamb shank (kuzu incik) has about 560 kcal, with 50 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 34 g fat. That is roughly 36% of calories from protein, 9% from carbs and 55% from fat.
Where the calories come from
- Protein50 g36%
- Carbs12 g9%
- Fat34 g55%
Kuzu incik is 250 g of lamb shank slow-braised with onion, carrot, tomato, garlic, thyme and bay leaf in 1 tbsp of olive oil until the meat falls off the bone. A serving is roughly 560 kcal with 50 g of protein and only 12 g of carbohydrates, and about 55% of the calories come from its 34 g of fat.
Nutrition per serving
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 serving (~390 g) | Share of calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal | 560 kcal | 100% |
| Protein | 12.8 g | 50 g | 36% |
| Carbs | 3.1 g | 12 g | 9% |
| Fat | 8.7 g | 34 g | 55% |
How many calories in 100 g of Braised lamb shank (kuzu incik)?
A typical serving of Braised lamb shank (kuzu incik) weighs about 390 g, so 100 g has about 144 kcal, 12.8 g protein, 3.1 g carbohydrates and 8.7 g fat.
Calories for your portion
Calories by amount
| Amount | Weight | kcal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ serving | 195 g | 280 | 25 g | 6 g | 17 g |
| 1 serving | 390 g | 560 | 50 g | 12 g | 34 g |
| 1½ servings | 585 g | 840 | 75 g | 18 g | 51 g |
| 2 servings | 780 g | 1120 | 100 g | 24 g | 68 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 144 | 12.8 g | 3.1 g | 8.7 g |
| 200 g | 200 g | 287 | 25.6 g | 6.2 g | 17.4 g |
Vitamins and minerals in Braised lamb shank (kuzu incik)
Per serving, with the share of the daily value (DV) used on US nutrition labels.
| Nutrient | Per serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Sugars | 7.9 g | – |
| Saturated fat | 10.7 g | 54% |
| Sodium | 610 mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 1,250 mg | 27% |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% |
| Vitamin C | 12 mg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 540 µg | 60% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 6.5 µg | 271% |
Allergens in Braised lamb shank (kuzu incik)
A typical recipe of Braised lamb shank (kuzu incik) contains none of the 14 main allergens. Sauces and kitchens differ, so check the label or ask if you have an allergy.
Which diets does Braised lamb shank (kuzu incik) fit?
Based on the ingredients of a typical serving. Recipes vary, so check labels if you have an allergy or follow a diet strictly.
How long would you walk to burn a serving of Braised lamb shank (kuzu incik)?
For a 70 kg adult, the 560 kcal in one serving is about 131 minutes of comfortable walking or 95 minutes of brisk walking. This is only a rough perspective: food is not something you have to earn or burn off, and the numbers change with body size.
| Comfortable walk (about 4 km/h) | 131 min |
| Brisk walk (about 5.5 km/h) | 95 min |
Work it out for your own weight and activity with the calories burned calculator.
What's in a typical serving
Lamb shank slow-braised with tomato, onion and thyme until it falls off the bone, rich in protein.
- 250g Lamb Shank
- Onion, Carrot, Tomato
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- Garlic, Thyme, Bay Leaf
How to make it
- Season the 250 g lamb shank with salt and pepper.
- Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a heavy pot and brown the shank on all sides, about 8 minutes.
- Add the chopped onion, carrot and garlic and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the chopped tomato, thyme and bay leaf, then add hot water to come about halfway up the meat.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for about 2 hours, turning the shank now and then, until the meat falls off the bone.
- Remove the bay leaf and serve the shank with its vegetables and sauce.
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How to make it lighter
- Chill the braising liquid and lift off the fat that sets on top before reheating the sauce.
- Pick off the visible fat around the bone as you eat.
- It is usually served on mashed potatoes, rice or eggplant purée; choose roasted vegetables or log the side separately.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Braised lamb shank (kuzu incik)?
A typical serving of Braised lamb shank (kuzu incik) has about 560 kcal. The exact number depends on the recipe, the amount of oil or butter and the portion size.
How many calories are in 100 g of Braised lamb shank (kuzu incik)?
About 144 kcal. That is based on a typical serving of about 390 g with 560 kcal; the real figure changes with the recipe and how much oil is used.
Is Braised lamb shank (kuzu incik) high in protein?
Yes. With about 50 g of protein per serving (36% of its calories), Braised lamb shank (kuzu incik) is a good protein source.
Can I eat Braised lamb shank (kuzu incik) while losing weight?
Yes, if it fits your daily calorie target. Weight loss depends on your total intake over time, not on a single dish; portion size and added fats make the biggest difference.
How long do you have to walk to burn off Braised lamb shank (kuzu incik)?
Roughly 131 minutes of comfortable walking for a 70 kg adult, or about 95 minutes at a brisk pace. Treat it as a perspective only; it depends on body size and you do not need to 'burn off' food.
Is Braised lamb shank (kuzu incik) vegetarian?
No. A typical serving of Braised lamb shank (kuzu incik) contains meat or fish.
Is Braised lamb shank (kuzu incik) gluten-free?
A typical serving is made without gluten-containing ingredients. If you have coeliac disease, check every label for cross-contamination.
How can I make Braised lamb shank (kuzu incik) lighter?
Chill the braising liquid and lift off the fat that sets on top before reheating the sauce. Pick off the visible fat around the bone as you eat. It is usually served on mashed potatoes, rice or eggplant purée; choose roasted vegetables or log the side separately.
How we calculated these values
- Calories and macros are Sporty catalog estimates for one typical serving, calculated from USDA FoodData Central values for the listed ingredient amounts.
- The serving weight (390 g) is estimated from those ingredients; the per-100 g values and the portion calculator are worked out from it.
- Walking times use the Compendium of Physical Activities: 3.5 MET for comfortable and 4.8 MET for brisk walking, for a 70 kg adult (kcal per minute = MET × 3.5 × kg ÷ 200).
- Vitamins, minerals and allergens are estimated from the same ingredients with USDA FoodData Central values; % DV uses the US FDA daily values.
- Diet labels come from the ingredients. Real values change with the recipe, the amount of oil and the portion, so treat every number as an estimate.