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Layered pastry with black poppy-seed paste
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Black Poppy Seed Katmer has 410 calories. It contains 48.2 g of carbs, 9.1 g of protein, 20.4 g of fat and 5.8 g of fiber. Its 1.3 mg of Manganese covers 54% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 100 g
410
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
48.2g
· 18% DV
Protein
9.1g
· 18% DV
Fat
20.4g
· 26% DV
Fiber
5.8g
· 21% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 9% · Fat 44%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 410 kcal | |
| Total fat | 20.4 g | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 3.1 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 390 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 48.2 g | 18% |
| Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% |
| Protein | 9.1 g | 18% |
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 piece (medium) | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 50 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 55 g | 226 kcal |
| 1 serving (thin) | 75 g | 308 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 serving (thick) | 130 g | 533 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 160 g | 656 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 220 g | 902 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Black poppy seed katmer is a layered pastry filled with black poppy seed paste. Its dough is rolled thin and folded with the filling and fat between layers; some recipes add sugar to the paste, while others keep the filling savory.
Black poppy seed katmer is made by spreading poppy seed paste over thinly rolled dough, folding the dough into layers, and cooking it until golden. A little oil mixed into a thick paste can make it easier to spread evenly.
Black poppy seed katmer is a regional style of katmer found in Anatolian cooking. Recipes vary by locality, so it is better not to attribute every version to one city; the best-known Gaziantep katmer, for example, usually has a different filling.
Black poppy seed katmer has a nutty, earthy flavor from the poppy paste and a crisp, layered texture. Sweet versions taste mildly sweet, while recipes without added sugar have a more savory, toasted-seed character.
Black poppy seed katmer is filled with black poppy seed paste, whereas Gaziantep katmer is commonly made with clotted cream and pistachios. Both have folded layers of dough, but their fillings and customary regional styles are distinct.
Yes, black poppy seed katmer can be eaten for breakfast, often with tea. Since sweet versions already have a rich filling, serving them with fresh fruit or plain yogurt can make a more balanced breakfast than adding another sweet topping.
Serve black poppy seed katmer warm so its layers stay crisp and the filling is soft. Tea is a natural pairing for a sweet version; a savory one also goes well with ayran, the Turkish yogurt drink.
Store leftover black poppy seed katmer in an airtight container in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. If stacking pieces, separate them with parchment paper to keep the layers from sticking together.
Yes, black poppy seed katmer can be frozen after it has cooled completely. Wrap individual portions or place them in a sealed freezer-safe container, then reheat from thawed in a pan or oven to help restore the crisp layers.
It can, in some circumstances: foods made with poppy seeds may contain trace opiate residues that can affect certain drug tests. The risk depends on the seeds and the test, so avoid poppy-seed foods before a test if you need to prevent an unexpected result.
Vitamins
B1
0.32mg · 27% DV
B3
3.1mg · 19% DV
Biotin
5.2µg · 17% DV
Folate
65µg · 16% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.25mg · 54% DV
Copper
0.42mg · 47% DV
Phosphorus
305mg · 44% DV
Selenium
21µg · 38% DV
Sodium
390mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
235mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Black Poppy Seed Katmer is a Turkish layered pastry made by spreading black poppy-seed paste between thin sheets of dough, then folding and cooking them. It is crisp at the edges and tender inside, with the poppy seeds lending an earthy, gently nutty flavour. Depending on the recipe, it may taste fairly savoury or have a touch of sweetness.
In Turkey, katmer is enjoyed at breakfast or as a snack, often with tea; elsewhere, it works well as a pastry alongside a light meal or a hot drink. The dough and added fat make it an energy-dense choice, while poppy seeds contribute some fibre and protein. For a lighter plate, serve a modest piece with fresh tomatoes or plain yoghurt.
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 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.
Contains these 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
3.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
8.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 46.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (46.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.