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Traditional cornmeal dish
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Civi Vic (200 g) has 308 calories. That works out to 154 calories per 100 g. It contains 41.2 g of carbs, 5.6 g of protein, 14.2 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 134 mg of Phosphorus covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
308
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
41.2g
· 15% DV
Protein
5.6g
· 11% DV
Fat
14.2g
· 18% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 7% · Fat 41%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 308 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.2 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 8.1 g | 41% |
| Trans fat | 0.44 g | |
| Sodium | 370 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 41.2 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% |
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 cup (medium) | 200 g | 308 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 31 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 154 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 100 g | 154 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 231 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 385 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 300 g | 462 kcal |
Calculated from 154 calories per 100 g.
Civi Vic is a traditional regional cornmeal dish associated with Artvin in northeastern Turkey. Cornmeal is cooked with liquid until thick, and many versions are finished with butter and cheese; recipes differ between households.
Civi Vic is part of the food tradition of Artvin, Turkey, a region with strong Georgian cultural influence. It is best described as a regional Artvin dish rather than assigning it exclusively to one national cuisine.
Civi Vic and kuymak can both use cornmeal, butter, and cheese, but they are not simply different names for one dish. Civi Vic belongs to Artvin’s local cooking tradition, and its consistency and preparation can differ from kuymak.
Civi Vic recipes commonly use a local cheese that melts into the hot cornmeal, but there is no single cheese required in every version. A flavorful melting cheese works well; taste before adding salt, especially if the cheese is salty.
You can use polenta-style cornmeal to make Civi Vic, though the texture may differ from a version made with locally milled cornmeal. Add it gradually to the liquid and stir steadily to keep the mixture smooth.
Civi Vic becomes lumpy when cornmeal is added too quickly or is not stirred into the liquid evenly. Sprinkle it in gradually while stirring, then keep mixing as it thickens and lower the heat to finish cooking.
Civi Vic is not specifically a breakfast dish; it is generally served hot as a meal or alongside other foods. In Artvin, when and how it is eaten can vary with household custom and the recipe.
Yes, you can cook Civi Vic without cheese, but it will lack the richness and savory flavor found in many traditional versions. Season the cornmeal to taste and add butter only if it suits the recipe you are following.
Reheat leftover Civi Vic gently in a saucepan, stirring in a little water to loosen the thickened cornmeal. Keep stirring until it is hot throughout; reheating it slowly helps reduce sticking and scorching.
People with diabetes can include Civi Vic, but cornmeal contains carbohydrates that can raise blood glucose. A smaller serving alongside vegetables and a protein-containing food may make it easier to fit into a balanced meal.
Vitamins
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
Vitamin A
110µg · 12% DV
B12
0.24µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
134mg · 19% DV
Sodium
370mg · 16% DV
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Calcium
114mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
158mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Civi Vic is a traditional cornmeal dish associated with Turkey’s Black Sea region. Cornmeal is cooked with water or milk until thick and soft; recipes vary by locality and may enrich it with butter or cheese. It is served hot, with a texture somewhere between a spoonable porridge and a soft, set mash.
In its home region, it can be eaten on its own or alongside a meal, often with pickles or fresh greens. Elsewhere, it makes a warming side dish and pairs well with vegetables or a simple salad. Its energy comes mainly from carbohydrates, while its protein content is modest. For a lighter serving, use less added butter or cheese and accompany it with plenty of vegetables.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
8.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.58g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.