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Soft plain flour porridge
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Flour porridge (240 g) has 197 calories. That works out to 82 calories per 100 g. It contains 37.9 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 3.4 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 14.4 µg of Selenium covers 26% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
197
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
37.9g
· 14% DV
Protein
5g
· 10% DV
Fat
3.4g
· 4% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 75% · Protein 10% · Fat 15%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 197 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.4 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.53 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 288 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 37.9 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| 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 cup (medium) | 240 g | 197 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (thick) | 18 g | 15 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 bottle (mini) | 120 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 320 g | 262 kcal |
Calculated from 82 calories per 100 g.
Flour porridge is made by whisking flour with a little cold water or milk, then gradually adding more liquid and cooking it until thick. Stir continuously over low heat to keep the mixture smooth; sweet or savory additions vary by recipe.
To prevent lumps in flour porridge, first whisk the flour with a small amount of cold liquid until smooth. Add that mixture to the remaining liquid gradually, whisking as it heats; sprinkling dry flour into hot liquid usually creates lumps.
Flour porridge can be made with milk, water, or a mixture of both. Water gives it a plainer taste, while milk makes it creamier. Turkish home-style versions vary, so neither liquid is required for every recipe.
Turkish flour porridge can be either sweet or savory. Sweet versions may be served with molasses or sugar, while savory versions are seasoned with salt and sometimes butter. The choice depends on the household and regional recipe.
Turkish flour porridge is usually made from flour, while cream of wheat is made from a packaged, coarser wheat cereal. Their texture and preparation differ, and Turkish flour porridge recipes may include regional toppings such as molasses or butter.
Yes, you can make Turkish flour porridge with whole-wheat flour, though it will usually taste more strongly of grain and feel less silky than a version made with finely milled white flour. Whisk it thoroughly and add liquid gradually to achieve a smooth consistency.
Turkish flour porridge can be served with molasses or sugar for a sweet bowl, or with butter and salt for a savory one. These are common options rather than fixed toppings; the best pairing depends on how the porridge was seasoned.
Babies should not be given flour porridge before they are ready for solid foods, which is generally around six months. It contains wheat and gluten, and plain porridge alone is not a nutritionally complete meal for an infant.
Refrigerate leftover flour porridge promptly in a covered container. It thickens as it cools, so stir in a little water or milk while reheating until it reaches the texture you want; discard it if its smell or appearance has changed.
Flour porridge can raise blood sugar because it is primarily made from flour, and a soft texture can make it easy to eat quickly. People with diabetes should account for the serving in their meal plan; a dietitian can offer advice tailored to their needs.
Vitamins
B3
1.68mg · 11% DV
B1
0.12mg · 10% DV
Biotin
1.92µg · 6% DV
Folate
21.6µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Manganese
0.38mg · 17% DV
Sodium
288mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
77mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 197 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Flour porridge is a simple Turkish home-style dish made by cooking flour with water until it thickens into a smooth, soft porridge. Some cooks first toast the flour in butter or oil, while other versions may include milk; recipes vary from household to household.
It is usually served warm and eaten with a spoon, as a light meal or breakfast. It can be finished with butter for a savoury version, or sweetened with pekmez or sugar. Flour porridge is mainly a source of starch and is low in fibre. For a lighter bowl, use less added fat; fruit or yoghurt makes a fresh accompaniment.
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 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
✓ 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
0.53g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.67g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.13g
Omega 6:3 ratio 54:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (54:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.