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Crisp sesame bread ring
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Dry Aleppo kaak (60 g) has 239 calories. That works out to 398 calories per 100 g. It contains 42.5 g of carbs, 7.1 g of protein, 5.2 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its 18.6 µg of Selenium covers 34% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
239
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
42.5g
· 15% DV
Protein
7.1g
· 14% DV
Fat
5.2g
· 7% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 69% · Protein 12% · Fat 19%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 239 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.2 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.69 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 414 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 42.5 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% |
| Protein | 7.1 g | 14% |
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) | 60 g | 239 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 119 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 30 g | 119 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 45 g | 179 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 318 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 398 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 110 g | 438 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 478 kcal |
Calculated from 398 calories per 100 g.
Dry Aleppo kaak is a crisp, ring-shaped bread topped with sesame. It is associated with Aleppo and is firmer and drier than soft breads or chewy sesame rings.
Dry Aleppo kaak is typically crisp and dry throughout, while Turkish simit is usually more bread-like and chewy inside. Both may be ring-shaped and coated with sesame, but their texture and preparation differ.
Dry Aleppo kaak is generally made with flour, water, yeast, and sesame. Recipes can also use oil, salt, or seasonings, so the exact ingredients vary between bakeries and home versions.
Dry Aleppo kaak is usually savory or neutral rather than sweet like a cookie. Its flavor can vary with the amount of salt or seasoning used in a particular recipe.
Dry Aleppo kaak can be eaten on its own or alongside cheese and other breakfast foods. Its crunchy texture also makes it a good companion to tea or coffee.
To make dry Aleppo kaak, shape a yeast-based dough into rings, coat the outside with sesame, and bake until the rings are dry and crisp. Drying the inside as well as browning the surface gives it its characteristic texture.
Store dry Aleppo kaak in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Moisture softens its crisp texture, so keep it away from steam and avoid storing it in a damp area.
Yes, dry Aleppo kaak can be frozen in an airtight package once it has cooled completely. After thawing, briefly warming it in the oven can help bring back some of its crispness.
Dry Aleppo kaak is associated with Aleppo, a city in Syria. Its sesame-coated ring shape and dry, crisp texture distinguish it from many softer breads and other kaak varieties.
Sesame gives dry Aleppo kaak its familiar nutty aroma and a crisp coating. The seeds are usually pressed onto the shaped dough before baking so they adhere to the surface.
Vitamins
B1
0.28mg · 23% DV
Folate
70.8µg · 18% DV
B3
2.46mg · 15% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Selenium
19µg · 35% DV
Manganese
0.63mg · 27% DV
Copper
0.17mg · 19% DV
Sodium
414mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
111mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Dry Aleppo kaak is a crisp, ring-shaped bread associated with Aleppo in Syria. Made from dough and coated with sesame before baking, it is dry and sturdy rather than soft like a fresh loaf, making it convenient to keep on hand as a snack.
In its region of origin, it is commonly enjoyed with tea or alongside breakfast; elsewhere, it also works as a simple savoury snack. It is mostly carbohydrate, with some protein and fat from the sesame. Pair it with cheese or a dip for a more substantial bite, or dunk it briefly in tea if you prefer a softer texture.
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 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
0.69g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.41g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.92g
Omega 6:3 ratio 62:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (62:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.