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Adana simit Calories
sesame-crusted ring bread
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
100 g of Adana simit has 402 calories. It contains 50.6 g of carbs, 11.8 g of protein, 16.9 g of fat and 4.8 g of fiber. Its 28 µg of Selenium covers 51% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Adana simit Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
402
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
50.6g
· 18% DV
Protein
11.8g
· 24% DV
Fat
16.9g
· 22% DV
Fiber
4.8g
· 17% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 12% · Fat 38%
Adana simit nutrition facts table · 100 g
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 402 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.9 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 2.3 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 520 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 50.6 g | 18% |
| Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% |
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% |
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 Medium Adana simit?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 402 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 25 g | 101 kcal |
| 1 ounce (mini) | 28 g | 113 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 50 g | 201 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 281 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 402 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 523 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 150 g | 603 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 200 g | 804 kcal |
Calculated from 402 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Adana simit
What is Adana simit?
Adana simit is a sesame-coated ring bread associated with Adana, Türkiye. It is usually thinner and crunchier than many other Turkish simits, and is commonly eaten as a snack or at breakfast.
How is Adana simit different from regular Turkish simit?
Adana simit is typically thinner, darker, and crunchier, with a pronounced sesame coating. Many familiar Turkish simits are thicker and softer inside, although recipes and textures vary between bakeries.
What ingredients are used to make Adana simit?
Adana simit is made mainly from wheat flour, water, yeast, salt, and sesame seeds. Traditional versions may dip the shaped dough in water mixed with grape molasses before coating it with sesame.
Why is Adana simit so crunchy?
Adana simit is shaped relatively thin and baked until crisp, which gives it its characteristic crunch. Exposure to humidity or storage in a loose bag can soften the crust over time.
How do you make Adana simit at home?
To make Adana simit, shape yeasted dough into thin rings, coat them generously with sesame, and bake until crisp. Keeping the rings thin is key to getting a crunchier result rather than a soft, bread-like center.
What do people eat with Adana simit?
Adana simit is often eaten on its own or with tea. For breakfast, it also pairs well with cheese, olives, or fresh vegetables; serve it soon after baking if you want to keep its crisp texture.
How should you store Adana simit?
Let Adana simit cool fully, then keep it in an airtight container at room temperature. Avoid humid storage, which can take away its crunch, and eat it promptly for the best texture.
Can you freeze Adana simit?
Yes, Adana simit can be frozen. Wrap the cooled rings airtight, freeze them, and thaw at room temperature; a brief warm-up in the oven can help bring back some of the crispness.
How can you refresh stale Adana simit?
Warm stale Adana simit briefly in an oven to restore some crispness. Microwaving can soften it temporarily, but the texture may turn firm again as it cools.
Is Adana simit the same as gevrek?
Not necessarily. “Gevrek” is a general Turkish word used for crisp baked foods and can also be a regional name for simit; Adana simit refers specifically to the sesame-coated ring bread associated with Adana.
Adana simit Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.46mg · 38% DV
B3
4.7mg · 29% DV
Biotin
6µg · 20% DV
Folate
78µg · 20% DV
Minerals
Selenium
28µg · 51% DV
Manganese
1.15mg · 50% DV
Copper
0.42mg · 47% DV
Phosphorus
210mg · 30% DV
Sodium
520mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
180mg · 5% DV
Adana simit Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Adana simit
To burn the 402 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Adana simit?
Adana simit is a sesame-crusted ring bread from Adana in southern Turkey. Made with wheat dough, it is often dipped in a molasses mixture before being coated in sesame and baked. Compared with softer, airier ring breads, it tends to have a firmer crumb and a crisp, toasted crust.
In Turkey it is commonly eaten at breakfast with tea, either plain or alongside cheese, olives and tomatoes. It is filling and provides mostly carbohydrates, with sesame contributing some fat and fibre. For a lighter breakfast, pair it with fresh vegetables and a modest portion of cheese rather than adding several rich sides.
How Nutritious Is Adana simit?
Nutrient density
Low
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 Adana simit Processed?
NOVA 3
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 Adana simit Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Adana simit Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ 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
Adana simit Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
6.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 73.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (73.8:1).
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