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Gaziantep-style kazandibi Calories
Traditional milk pudding dessert with caramelized bottom
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Gaziantep-style kazandibi (150 g) has 279 calories. That works out to 186 calories per 100 g. It contains 43.3 g of carbs, 6.9 g of protein, 9.1 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 0.6 µg of B12 covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Gaziantep-style kazandibi Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
279
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
43.3g
· 16% DV
Protein
6.9g
· 14% DV
Fat
9.1g
· 12% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 61% · Protein 10% · Fat 29%
Gaziantep-style kazandibi nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (150 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 279 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.1 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 5.55 g | 28% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 108 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 43.3 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 6.9 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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Gaziantep-style kazandibi?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 279 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (shredded) | 40 g | 74 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 167 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 186 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 110 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 223 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 335 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 409 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 220 g | 409 kcal |
Calculated from 186 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gaziantep-style kazandibi
What is Gaziantep-style kazandibi?
Gaziantep-style kazandibi is a Turkish milk pudding with a deliberately browned, caramelized underside. The contrast between its soft, creamy interior and toasted bottom is the defining feature; it is generally served chilled.
How does Gaziantep-style kazandibi get its caramelized bottom?
The pudding is cooked in a pan or tray so that the layer touching the base browns and caramelizes. The dark underside is intentional, not a sign that the whole dessert has been overcooked.
Does Gaziantep-style kazandibi contain chicken?
It may, but the name alone does not guarantee that it does. Traditional kazandibi can be made by browning the base of tavuk göğsü pudding, while many modern versions use a milk pudding without chicken.
How is Gaziantep-style kazandibi different from tavuk göğsü?
Tavuk göğsü is a milk pudding that traditionally includes finely shredded chicken breast; kazandibi is distinguished by its browned base. Some traditional kazandibi starts with tavuk göğsü pudding, but the two names do not always mean the same preparation.
Is Gaziantep-style kazandibi served warm or cold?
Gaziantep-style kazandibi is usually served cold. Chilling helps the pudding set, making it easier to slice or roll while keeping the caramelized layer intact.
Why is Gaziantep-style kazandibi sometimes rolled?
Rolling Gaziantep-style kazandibi puts the browned, caramelized side on the outside, so it shows when the dessert is served. Once the pudding has cooled and set, loosen it from the tray and roll it carefully with the browned side facing out.
How long does Gaziantep-style kazandibi last in the fridge?
Keep Gaziantep-style kazandibi covered in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Because it is a milk-based dessert, do not leave it sitting at room temperature for an extended period.
Can you freeze Gaziantep-style kazandibi?
You can freeze Gaziantep-style kazandibi, but thawing may make its pudding texture watery or grainy. For the creamiest result, serve it fresh or refrigerated; if you do freeze it, portion it first and thaw it in the refrigerator.
Is there a standard recipe for Gaziantep-style kazandibi?
There is no single standardized recipe that defines every Gaziantep-style kazandibi. The regional name points to a Gaziantep-style preparation, but ingredients and texture can vary between cooks and shops.
What should you serve with Gaziantep-style kazandibi?
Gaziantep-style kazandibi is often served on its own, with Turkish tea or coffee alongside. Its creamy sweetness and caramelized underside make it rich enough to work as a dessert without an additional topping.
Gaziantep-style kazandibi Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.57µg · 24% DV
B2
0.27mg · 21% DV
B5
0.51mg · 10% DV
Vitamin A
78µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
162mg · 23% DV
Calcium
207mg · 21% DV
Iodine
17µg · 11% DV
Selenium
4.65µg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
264mg · 8% DV
Sodium
108mg · 5% DV
Gaziantep-style kazandibi Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Gaziantep-style kazandibi
To burn the 279 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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What is Gaziantep-style kazandibi?
Gaziantep-style kazandibi is a Turkish milk pudding made with milk, sugar and usually rice flour or starch, cooked in a tray until its underside browns and caramelizes. That toasted layer gives the dessert its name and its characteristic contrast: a soft, creamy pudding above a gently scorched, caramel-like base. The regional name points to Gaziantep, while the dish itself belongs to Turkey’s wider tradition of milk-based desserts.
It is served chilled, cut into pieces or rolled, often as a dessert after a meal. Its mild milky sweetness makes it an easy match for unsweetened tea or coffee. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates and provides very little fibre; a 100 g portion contains 186 calories. Choose a modest slice if you want something sweet without making dessert the centrepiece of the meal.
How Nutritious Is Gaziantep-style kazandibi?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Gaziantep-style kazandibi Processed?
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.
Does Gaziantep-style kazandibi Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Gaziantep-style kazandibi Good For?
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
Gaziantep-style kazandibi Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.55g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.