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Traditional Akşehir wheat porridge, source of fiber and complex carbs
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 bottle (medium) of Akşehir Hersesi (200 g) has 220 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 45 g of carbs, 6.4 g of protein, 1.4 g of fat and 5.6 g of fiber. Its 0.8 mg of Manganese covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 bottle (medium) · 200 g
220
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
45g
· 16% DV
Protein
6.4g
· 13% DV
Fat
1.4g
· 2% DV
Fiber
5.6g
· 20% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 82% · Protein 12% · Fat 6%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 220 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.4 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.26 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 45 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% |
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% |
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 bottle (medium) | 200 g | 220 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 200 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 250 g | 275 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 350 g | 385 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Akşehir Hersesi is a traditional thick wheat dish associated with Akşehir, in Konya, Turkey. Wheat is slowly cooked, commonly with meat, then mashed or stirred until the ingredients come together in a soft, porridge-like texture.
Akşehir Hersesi is made by simmering wheat and meat until both are very tender, then mashing and stirring them into a thick, cohesive dish. Slow cooking is central to the texture; recipes may finish it with butter.
Akşehir Hersesi is based on wheat and meat, with salt and often butter in home recipes. The exact cut of meat and seasoning can vary, but the wheat is cooked until it blends with the tender meat.
No, Akşehir Hersesi is not simply another name for keşkek, although the two are similar wheat-and-meat dishes that are cooked until soft and mashed. Akşehir Hersesi is the local preparation associated with Akşehir, and recipes and texture can differ by household.
Akşehir Hersesi is commonly made with hulled, cracked wheat, often called dövme or yarma in Turkish. Soaking it before cooking can help it soften more evenly and combine with the meat.
Akşehir Hersesi is cooked slowly so the wheat becomes completely tender and the meat softens enough to blend into the dish. The prolonged cooking and mashing create its characteristic thick, unified texture rather than a loose wheat soup.
Akşehir Hersesi is traditionally prepared with meat, but the exact choice can vary between recipes and households. The important feature is cooking it until tender enough to mix easily with the softened wheat.
Akşehir Hersesi is served hot as a filling main dish, sometimes finished with melted butter. A crisp salad or pickles make a refreshing accompaniment to its rich, soft texture.
Yes, you can make a meat-free or vegan version of Akşehir Hersesi by cooking the wheat in vegetable stock and using plant-based oil instead of butter. It will differ in taste and texture from the traditional meat-based preparation.
Store leftover Akşehir Hersesi in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. It thickens as it cools, so reheat it gently with a splash of water, stirring until it loosens.
Vitamins
B1
0.18mg · 15% DV
B3
2.2mg · 14% DV
B5
0.46mg · 9% DV
Biotin
2.4µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.8mg · 35% DV
Selenium
12µg · 22% DV
Phosphorus
130mg · 19% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
160mg · 5% DV
Sodium
4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Akşehir Hersesi is a traditional wheat porridge from Akşehir in Konya province, made by simmering wheat in water until the grains soften and the mixture turns thick. Home-style versions can vary in texture with the wheat and cooking time, but the dish is rooted in a simple, filling preparation of grain.
It is served warm as a hearty meal or alongside other dishes. In Turkey, it may be enjoyed with yoghurt or a fresh salad; abroad, it also works as a comforting alternative to oat porridge or a savoury grain bowl. It provides fibre and complex carbohydrates, with 2.8 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter serving, keep added oil modest.
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
✓ 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
SATURATED
0.26g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.24g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.38g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.