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Traditional dessert with legumes, grains, dried fruit and molasses
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 bottle (medium) of Ashure with molasses (200 g) has 256 calories. That works out to 128 calories per 100 g. It contains 50.8 g of carbs, 6.2 g of protein, 3.2 g of fat and 5.6 g of fiber. Its 0.7 mg of Manganese covers 30% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 bottle (medium) · 200 g
256
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
50.8g
· 18% DV
Protein
6.2g
· 12% DV
Fat
3.2g
· 4% 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 79% · Protein 10% · Fat 11%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 256 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.2 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.44 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 36 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 50.8 g | 18% |
| Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% |
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% |
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 | 256 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 20 g | 26 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 300 g | 384 kcal |
| 1 pack (double) | 400 g | 512 kcal |
Calculated from 128 calories per 100 g.
Ashure with molasses is usually made with wheat, chickpeas, beans, dried fruit and molasses. Recipes vary by household: some include rice, orange peel or nuts, while others keep the mixture simpler and let the dried fruit provide much of its flavor.
Ashure with molasses is shared because ashure has a long-standing tradition of communal preparation and giving, especially during Muharram. In Turkey, people often portion it into bowls or containers for neighbors and relatives.
Molasses gives ashure a deeper, less bright sweetness and a distinctive fruity, caramel-like note. It also darkens the pudding, so ashure with molasses looks different from versions sweetened only with sugar.
Ashure with molasses is a Turkish form of ashure, a grain-and-fruit pudding also known in English as Noah’s pudding. The name is used for related traditional dishes, but ingredients and preparation vary across families and regions.
Soak the wheat before cooking ashure with molasses, then simmer it until the grains are tender before adding the other ingredients. Older or less-processed grains may need longer cooking, so test a few grains rather than relying only on appearance.
Pomegranate seeds, cinnamon, chopped walnuts and hazelnuts are popular toppings for ashure with molasses. Add crunchy nuts and fresh fruit shortly before serving so they keep their texture against the thick pudding.
Ashure with molasses is usually served chilled or at room temperature, after it has thickened. A short rest also lets the dried fruit and molasses flavors come together; garnish the portions just before serving.
Ashure with molasses thickens as the wheat releases starch and the pudding cools. If it becomes too firm, stir in a little hot water while reheating it gently, adding only enough to loosen the texture.
Ashure with molasses generally keeps for about three to four days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it once it has cooled, and take out only the portion you plan to serve.
Yes, ashure with molasses can be frozen, though thawing may make the wheat and dried fruit softer and the texture less even. Freeze it in airtight individual portions, then thaw it in the refrigerator and stir before serving.
Vitamins
B1
0.12mg · 10% DV
B6
0.14mg · 8% DV
Biotin
2.4µg · 8% DV
Folate
28µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.68mg · 30% DV
Copper
0.24mg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
116mg · 17% DV
Iron
2.2mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
312mg · 9% DV
Sodium
36mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Ashure with molasses is a Turkish version of ashure, a thick dessert made by simmering grains such as wheat with legumes, dried fruit and sweetener. It is especially associated with Muharram, when home cooks often make a generous pot to share with neighbours; ingredients and toppings vary from household to household.
The soft grains and beans give it a hearty texture, while dried fruit and molasses bring a mellow, fruity sweetness. It is usually served chilled or at room temperature, often finished with nuts or spices. With grains, legumes and fruit in the bowl, it offers some fibre and plant protein alongside its carbohydrates. For a lighter serving, keep the extra toppings 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
— 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
SATURATED
0.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.