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Traditional Kurdish bread, baked in a stone oven, source of fiber and carbohydrates.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Cenga (120 g) has 288 calories. That works out to 240 calories per 100 g. It contains 57.6 g of carbs, 9 g of protein, 1.4 g of fat and 4.2 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Manganese covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
288
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
57.6g
· 21% DV
Protein
9g
· 18% DV
Fat
1.4g
· 2% DV
Fiber
4.2g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 83% · Protein 13% · Fat 4%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 288 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.4 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.24 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 504 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 57.6 g | 21% |
| Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% |
| Protein | 9 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) | 120 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 120 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 60 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 192 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 432 kcal |
Calculated from 240 calories per 100 g.
Cenga bread is a traditional Kurdish bread baked in a stone oven. It is served with meals and used to accompany other foods; its shape and preparation can vary between regional and family recipes.
Cenga bread comes from Kurdish food traditions. It is associated with stone-oven baking, though recipes and serving customs can differ among communities and households.
Cenga bread is made by preparing and shaping bread dough, then baking it in a stone oven. The exact dough preparation, shape, and baking method vary by recipe, so there is not just one version.
Cenga bread is made from a basic dough of flour, water, and salt; the recipe may also use a leavening method. Ingredients and preparation details can differ between household and regional versions.
Cenga bread is a traditional Kurdish bread associated with stone-oven baking, while lavash is a thin flatbread made across several food traditions. Their recipes and shapes vary, so the distinction is mainly culinary tradition and preparation.
Cenga bread is commonly served alongside soups, stews, meat dishes, and vegetables. Its sturdy role at the table makes it useful for accompanying a meal or dipping into broths and sauces.
Yes, you can make Cenga bread at home by preparing and shaping the dough, then baking it in a hot oven. A baking stone can help approximate stone-oven conditions, although a home oven will not be identical.
Yes, Cenga bread can be frozen once it has cooled. Pack it airtight, ideally in portions, and thaw only what you need; warming the thawed bread briefly can improve its texture.
Store Cenga bread after it has cooled, wrapped or in an airtight bread bag, in a cool, dry place. Avoid trapping warmth or moisture inside the packaging, as that can make bread spoil sooner.
You can soften stale Cenga bread by lightly moistening its surface and warming it briefly in an oven. Use it promptly afterward, since reheating improves texture temporarily but does not make old bread fresh again.
Vitamins
B3
2.52mg · 16% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
Folate
30µg · 8% DV
B5
0.36mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Sodium
504mg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.48mg · 21% DV
Selenium
8.4µg · 15% DV
Phosphorus
78mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
108mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Cenga is a traditional Kurdish bread baked in a stone oven. Made from grain-based dough, it develops a browned crust and a substantial, hearty texture. It can accompany meals throughout the day: serve it with cheese, olives or eggs at breakfast, or use it to scoop up soups and stews. In Kurdish communities, as elsewhere, it is a practical table bread rather than something limited to one occasion. Cenga is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with some fibre. Pair it with vegetables and a protein-rich dish for a more varied meal, or serve a smaller piece alongside a filling soup.
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.
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.
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
0.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.18g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.48g
Omega 6:3 ratio 21:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (21:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.