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Traditional pan-cooked cornmeal bread with kaldirik herb
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Cornmeal pan bread with kaldirik herb (120 g) has 274 calories. That works out to 228 calories per 100 g. It contains 46.4 g of carbs, 6.5 g of protein, 7.3 g of fat and 5.2 g of fiber. Its 49.2 µg of Vitamin K covers 41% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
274
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
46.4g
· 17% DV
Protein
6.5g
· 13% DV
Fat
7.3g
· 9% DV
Fiber
5.2g
· 19% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 9% · Fat 24%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 274 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.3 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.1 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 348 mg | 15% |
| Total carbohydrate | 46.4 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% |
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% |
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 | 274 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 45 g | 103 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 70 g | 160 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 228 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 342 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 502 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 240 g | 547 kcal |
Calculated from 228 calories per 100 g.
Cook the cleaned kaldirik leaves until tender, then drain and squeeze out excess water before mixing them with cornmeal, water, and salt. Shape the mixture in a pan and cook both sides over moderate heat until the center is cooked through.
Kaldirik is a leafy wild edible traditionally used in parts of Turkey, especially the Black Sea region. It gives the bread a green, earthy flavor. The name is sometimes loosely translated as borage, but kaldirik refers to a distinct plant.
Cornmeal pan bread with kaldirik herb is associated with Black Sea cooking in Turkey, where kaldirik is gathered and used in local dishes. Household recipes vary in how the leaves are prepared and how coarse the cornmeal is.
Cornmeal pan bread with kaldirik herb often falls apart when the mixture is too wet or is turned before it has set. Drain the cooked leaves thoroughly, let the mixture rest briefly, and wait until the underside is firm before flipping.
Yes, frozen kaldirik can work in cornmeal pan bread. Thaw it first and squeeze out excess moisture so the mixture does not become loose. If the leaves were already cooked before freezing, just warm them through when combining the ingredients.
Cornmeal pan bread with kaldirik herb combines cornmeal’s mild sweetness with the leafy, earthy taste of kaldirik. The herb should not smell unusual or taste strongly bitter; only eat wild greens that have been identified with confidence.
Serve cornmeal pan bread with kaldirik herb with yogurt, a fresh salad, or cheese. It can also accompany soup or other vegetable dishes, while a plain slice works as part of breakfast or a light meal.
Not reliably: common borage is not the same plant as kaldirik, despite the occasional English translation. If you cannot find kaldirik, use a mild leafy green such as spinach for a similar soft texture, though the traditional flavor will differ.
Let cornmeal pan bread with kaldirik herb cool, then refrigerate it in a covered container. Reheat it in a skillet or oven to bring back some crispness; avoid leaving the cooked bread at room temperature for an extended time.
Yes, you can freeze cooked cornmeal pan bread with kaldirik herb. Cool it completely, separate pieces with parchment, and store them in an airtight container. Thaw before reheating in a pan or oven.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
49.2µg · 41% DV
B1
0.19mg · 16% DV
B3
2.04mg · 13% DV
B6
0.22mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
142mg · 20% DV
Sodium
348mg · 15% DV
Manganese
0.35mg · 15% DV
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
187mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Cornmeal pan bread with kaldirik herb is a home-style bread from Turkey, especially associated with Black Sea cooking. It combines cornmeal with kaldirik, a locally gathered leafy green that is cleaned, chopped and mixed into the dough before it is cooked in a pan.
The cornmeal gives the bread a hearty, slightly grainy texture, while pan-cooking browns the outside and keeps the centre tender. In its region of origin, it can be served at breakfast or alongside a meal, often with yoghurt or pickles; it also works well as a simple savoury snack. It is filling, with 4.3 g of fibre per 100 g. Pair it with fresh vegetables for a lighter plate.
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.
No known major 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
1.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.14g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.09g
Omega 6:3 ratio 32.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (32.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.