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Strong energy source, rich in calcium and iron, traditional Turkish breakfast
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Çiya tahini-molasses (40 g) has 156 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.4 g of carbs, 3 g of protein, 5.4 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 40 g
156
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
22.4g
· 8% DV
Protein
3g
· 6% DV
Fat
5.4g
· 7% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 60% · Protein 8% · Fat 32%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 156 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.4 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.84 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 22.4 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 3 g | 6% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 40 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 20 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 45 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 195 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 60 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 312 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Çiya tahini-molasses is a Turkish-style sweet spread combining sesame tahini with fruit molasses, commonly grape molasses. It has a rich, nutty-sweet taste and is often served at breakfast with bread.
Eat Çiya tahini-molasses by spreading it on bread or dipping pieces of bread into it. It can also be stirred into porridge or yogurt, though its strong sweetness and thick texture mean a small spoonful may be enough.
Yes, Çiya tahini-molasses is a traditional Turkish breakfast food, usually served with bread. It is often part of a table with savory items such as olives and cheese, which balance its sweet, sesame-rich flavor.
Mix Çiya tahini-molasses if you want the tahini and molasses evenly distributed in every bite. If the components are layered, you can instead scoop through both layers; stirring also makes it easier to control the sweetness.
Oil can rise to the surface of Çiya tahini-molasses because tahini naturally separates over time. This alone does not mean the spread has spoiled; stir it thoroughly with a clean spoon before serving.
Yes, you can use Çiya tahini-molasses in baking as a sweet, nutty ingredient in cookies, cakes, or pastries. Its molasses component already adds sweetness, so adjust the recipe’s other sweeteners and expect a denser flavor.
Keep opened Çiya tahini-molasses tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Use a clean, dry spoon each time, and follow any refrigeration instructions printed on the jar.
No, Çiya tahini-molasses is not halva. It is a spread made with tahini and molasses, whereas tahini halva is a firmer confection typically made by combining sesame paste with sugar or another sweetener.
Çiya tahini-molasses contains molasses, which can raise blood glucose. If you have diabetes, fit it into your meal plan carefully; ask your clinician or dietitian about an appropriate portion if you use glucose-lowering medication or need individualized guidance.
Not necessarily, but Çiya tahini-molasses is a rich, sweet spread and a large serving close to bedtime may feel uncomfortable. If you want it as a late snack, keep the portion small and avoid eating it right before lying down.
Vitamins
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
Vitamin K
7.2µg · 6% DV
Folate
15.2µg · 4% DV
Biotin
1µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.26mg · 29% DV
Calcium
156mg · 16% DV
Manganese
0.34mg · 15% DV
Phosphorus
88mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
192mg · 6% DV
Sodium
7.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Çiya tahini-molasses combines tahini, a paste made from ground sesame seeds, with pekmez, a thick fruit molasses traditionally used in Turkey. The result brings together the nutty, roasted taste of sesame and the sweetness of the molasses in a ready-to-eat spread.
It is thick and smooth, and is commonly served at Turkish breakfast, spread on bread and often enjoyed with tea. It also works on toast for a simple breakfast or snack. Nutritionally, it is an energy-dense combination of carbohydrates and fats; sesame also contributes calcium and iron. The sweetness can make a little go a long way, so spread a thin layer on plain bread or pair it with fresh fruit for a lighter-feeling serving.
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.
Low
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
0.84g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 40.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (40.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.