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Crunchy clove-flavored simit
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Clove simit (55 g) has 237 calories. That works out to 431 calories per 100 g. It contains 35.1 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 8.6 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 16 µg of Selenium covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 55 g
237
KCAL / 55G
Carbs
35.1g
· 13% DV
Protein
5g
· 10% DV
Fat
8.6g
· 11% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 8% · Fat 33%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 237 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.6 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.86 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 286 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 35.1 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 5 g | 10% |
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) | 55 g | 237 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 28 g | 121 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 55 g | 237 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 345 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 431 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 110 g | 474 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 110 g | 474 kcal |
Calculated from 431 calories per 100 g.
Clove simit is a crunchy baked simit flavored with clove. Recipes can vary in their dough and toppings, so it may taste and feel different from the familiar sesame-covered street simit.
Clove simit can lean sweet or savory depending on the recipe. Clove gives it a warm, aromatic flavor, while the dough and any coating determine whether it is more like a snack biscuit or a bread-like simit.
To make clove simit, mix clove into the dough, shape it, and bake until crisp. Recipes differ in other ingredients and toppings, so follow a recipe designed for this crunchy style rather than assuming it is made like a soft bread ring.
Yes, clove simit can be frozen once it has cooled completely. Seal it well to protect it from freezer moisture, then thaw it and warm it briefly in the oven to refresh its crunch.
Clove simit has a warm, distinctive spice aroma and a crunchy bite. The clove should complement the baked dough rather than taste like a mouthful of whole cloves; the exact intensity varies by recipe.
Clove simit is usually baked to a drier, crisper texture than a soft bread roll. If yours is unexpectedly soft, it may need more baking or may have softened after being stored in a humid place.
Clove simit pairs well with tea or coffee. Its spiced flavor also works with a mild cheese, while a strongly flavored dip may overpower the clove aroma.
Clove simit stays crisp longest when cooled completely and kept in an airtight container in a dry place. Humidity makes it soften; discard it if you notice mold or an unusual smell.
Yes, clove simit can be made without sesame. Leaving it off changes the surface flavor and texture, but the clove aroma in the dough can still come through.
Clove simit is defined by its clove flavor and crunchy texture, while Turkish street simit is typically a sesame-coated bread ring. Their doughs and the way they are eaten can differ by recipe and region.
Vitamins
B1
0.21mg · 18% DV
B3
2.15mg · 13% DV
Folate
50.6µg · 13% DV
Biotin
2.81µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Selenium
16µg · 29% DV
Manganese
0.43mg · 19% DV
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Sodium
286mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
85mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 237 calories in 1 piece (medium) (55 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Clove simit is a Turkish version of the familiar ring-shaped bread, with a sesame-coated crust and clove added for a warm, aromatic flavour. The dough is typically made with wheat flour, while the spice gives this variation a more fragrant character than a plain simit.
In Turkey, simit is a popular breakfast or street snack, often eaten with tea and served with cheese, olives or tomatoes. Turkish communities abroad enjoy it in much the same way, though it also works as a quick snack on its own. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich, energy-dense baked good, with 431 kcal per 100 g. Pair it with fresh vegetables or a protein-rich topping for a more filling meal.
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.
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
— 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
SATURATED
2.86g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.19g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.93g
Omega 6:3 ratio 45.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (45.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.