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Golden-brown, thin pastry is gathered into compact, rippled coils, with chopped walnuts visible between its crisp-looking folds and a light syrupy sheen on top.

Carsamba kivratmasi Calories

Traditional Black Sea pastry made with thin dough sheets, similar to a börek-style rolled pastry

CALORIES · 100 G

330kcal

GI

68medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

95mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.8g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Carsamba kivratmasi (90 g) has 297 calories. That works out to 330 calories per 100 g. It contains 36.9 g of carbs, 6.8 g of protein, 14 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 12.6 µg of Selenium covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Carsamba kivratmasi Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g

297

KCAL / 90G

Carbs

36.9g

· 13% DV

Protein

6.8g

· 14% DV

Fat

14g

· 18% DV

Fiber

1.6g

· 6% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 9% · Fat 42%

Carsamba kivratmasi nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories297 kcal
Total fat14 g18%
Saturated fat4.59 g23%
Trans fat0.11 g
Sodium288 mg13%
Total carbohydrate36.9 g13%
Fiber1.6 g6%
Protein6.8 g14%

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 Carsamba kivratmasi?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)90 g297 kcal
1 piece (mini)25 g83 kcal
1 slice (thin)30 g99 kcal
1 piece (small)45 g149 kcal
1 slice (thick)55 g182 kcal
100 g100 g330 kcal
1 piece (large)140 g462 kcal
1 serving (double)180 g594 kcal

Calculated from 330 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Carsamba kivratmasi

What is Carsamba kivratmasi?

Carsamba kivratmasi is a traditional pastry associated with Çarşamba in Samsun, Türkiye. Thin dough is filled, gathered into a distinctive folded shape and baked; walnut is a common filling in sweet versions.

How is Carsamba kivratmasi shaped?

Carsamba kivratmasi gets its signature rippled form when thin dough is gathered or folded rather than left flat. The shaped pastry is placed in a pan and baked, giving it a recognisable ridged appearance.

Is Carsamba kivratmasi made with walnuts?

Yes, walnuts are the customary filling in many Carsamba kivratmasi recipes. The nuts are scattered over the thin dough before it is folded, though family recipes can vary in the filling and its sweetness.

Is Carsamba kivratmasi a dessert or a savoury pastry?

Carsamba kivratmasi is usually made and served as a sweet pastry, often with a walnut filling. Recipes can differ, but its traditional reputation is as a regional dessert rather than a savoury börek.

Does Carsamba kivratmasi use filo pastry?

Traditional Carsamba kivratmasi is made with dough rolled very thin, then filled and gathered into folds. Some home cooks use ready-made filo as a shortcut, but it may not give the same texture as hand-rolled dough.

Is Carsamba kivratmasi soaked in syrup like baklava?

Usually, Carsamba kivratmasi is not soaked in syrup in the same way as baklava. Its appeal comes from the folded, baked dough and filling; recipes may add a different finishing touch, such as powdered sugar.

What makes Carsamba kivratmasi different from other Turkish pastries?

Its distinctive gathered, wavy shape and association with Çarşamba set Carsamba kivratmasi apart. Unlike many layered pastries, the dough is shaped into folds, so the baked pieces have ridges rather than a flat stack of layers.

What is Carsamba kivratmasi usually served with?

Carsamba kivratmasi is commonly served as a sweet treat alongside Turkish tea or coffee. Its rich, crisp pastry makes it a natural fit for a dessert plate or a relaxed tea-time spread.

Can you freeze Carsamba kivratmasi?

Yes, baked Carsamba kivratmasi can be frozen once it has cooled completely. Wrap or seal it well to protect it from freezer odors, then thaw it and briefly warm it in the oven to refresh the texture.

How do you keep Carsamba kivratmasi crisp after baking?

Let Carsamba kivratmasi cool fully before storing it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Trapping steam while it is warm can soften the folded pastry; a brief oven warming can help restore crispness.

Carsamba kivratmasi Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Biotin

3.6µg · 12% DV

B1

0.11mg · 9% DV

Vitamin A

76.5µg · 9% DV

B3

1.26mg · 8% DV

Minerals

Selenium

13µg · 24% DV

Sodium

288mg · 13% DV

Manganese

0.29mg · 13% DV

Phosphorus

79mg · 11% DV

Potassium ⭐

86mg · 3% DV

Carsamba kivratmasi Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

68
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

20.7
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Carsamba kivratmasi

To burn the 297 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):

🚶

73min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

30min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

40min

Cycling

🏊

35min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Carsamba kivratmasi?

Carsamba kivratmasi is a traditional pastry associated with Çarşamba in Samsun, on Turkey’s Black Sea coast. Thin sheets of dough are filled with chopped walnuts, rolled or folded into crinkled layers, then baked; recipes may finish it with syrup. It is a regional home-baking specialty rather than an everyday bread.

The pastry is sweet and nutty, with crisp, flaky edges and a softer centre. In Turkey it is commonly served with tea at visits, celebrations and holiday tables. Its pastry, walnuts and added fat make it an energy-dense treat, so a modest piece works well alongside unsweetened tea. If you prefer it less sweet, choose a version with less syrup.

How Nutritious Is Carsamba kivratmasi?

Nutrient density

Low

28/ 100

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

Low

27/ 100

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 Carsamba kivratmasi 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 Carsamba kivratmasi Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Carsamba kivratmasi Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Carsamba kivratmasi Fat Profile

SATURATED

4.59g

MONOUNSATURATED

4.86g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.61g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 63:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (63:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.