Calories in Shami Kebab
Shami Kebab has about 129 calories per 1 kebab (60 g), or 215 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 8.4 g protein, 8.4 g carbs and 6.9 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Estimated for a typical home-style recipe. Restaurant and homemade versions vary with oil, ghee and portion size.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 kebab (60 g) | 2 kebabs (120 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 215 kcal | 129 kcal | 258 kcal |
| Protein | 14 g | 8.4 g | 16.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 14 g | 8.4 g | 16.8 g |
| Fat | 11.5 g | 6.9 g | 13.8 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 1.5 g | 3 g |
| Sugar | 0.8 g | 0.5 g | 1 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg | 270 mg | 540 mg |
About Shami Kebab
Shami kebab is minced meat boiled with chana daal and spices, ground to a paste, shaped into patties and shallow-fried in egg. The daal adds fibre and stretches the meat, so a kebab is a moderate 130 kcal with 8 g protein.
Tip: A couple of shamis in a bun with salad make a decent 400 kcal lunch — far better than most fast food.
Burn off 129 kcal
Rough estimates for a 70 kg adult.
- Brisk walking29 min
- Running12 min
- Cycling16 min
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Common questions
How many calories are in shami kebab?+
About 129 kcal per 1 kebab (60 g), or 215 kcal per 100 g. Meat plus lentils; more balanced and lower-fat than seekh or chapli kebabs.
How many calories in 2 kebabs?+
2 kebabs (120 g) is roughly 258 kcal with 16.8 g protein, 16.8 g carbs and 13.8 g fat.
Is shami kebab high in protein?+
Yes — 1 kebab gives about 8.4 g protein for 129 kcal, which is 26% of its calories from protein.
Is shami kebab good for weight loss?+
Shami Kebab is calorie-dense (215 kcal per 100 g), so it is easy to over-eat. It can still fit a weight-loss diet in a small, measured portion, but it should not be a daily staple.
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