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Traditional Turkish semolina syrup dessert
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Hosverdi Dessert (80 g) has 168 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.8 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 3.4 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
168
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
32.8g
· 12% DV
Protein
2.6g
· 5% DV
Fat
3.4g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 76% · Protein 6% · Fat 18%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 168 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.4 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.28 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32.8 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% |
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) | 80 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 126 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 315 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 160 g | 336 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Hosverdi dessert is a traditional Turkish semolina sweet finished with sugar syrup. It is related to semolina halva, though recipes vary in their fat and syrup proportions, and there is no single standardized version.
Hosverdi dessert is made by toasting semolina in fat, then adding sugar syrup and letting the grains absorb it. Stir the semolina as it cooks so it browns evenly, and add the hot syrup carefully to avoid splashing.
The usual base for Hosverdi dessert is semolina, fat, and sugar syrup. Some versions use butter, while household and regional recipes can differ in proportions or additions; water and sugar are commonly used to make the syrup.
Hosverdi dessert is a traditional Turkish sweet, but reliable accounts do not consistently identify one specific birthplace. It may be passed down as a local or family recipe, so claims assigning it to a single region should be treated cautiously.
Hosverdi dessert is closely related to Turkish semolina halva because both use toasted semolina and sweetening. The distinction is not fixed across recipes; the name may refer to a particular local preparation or a version with different syrup and fat proportions.
Hot syrup is commonly added to the toasted semolina when making Hosverdi dessert. Pour it in gradually and carefully, since the mixture can steam and bubble; then cover the pan and let the semolina absorb the liquid.
Hosverdi dessert should be tender and moist from the absorbed syrup, with distinct semolina grains rather than a smooth pudding-like texture. Letting it rest after cooking helps the liquid distribute through the grains.
Yes, Hosverdi dessert can be made ahead and served after it has rested. Cool it, cover it, and refrigerate leftovers; bring a portion to room temperature or warm it gently before serving if you prefer.
Hosverdi dessert pairs well with unsweetened tea or plain coffee, which balance its syrupy sweetness. It can also be served with a small garnish such as cinnamon or chopped nuts, though these are optional rather than essential ingredients.
Yes, chopped nuts can be added to Hosverdi dessert as a garnish or mixed in for extra texture. Use them as an optional variation; the core preparation is based on semolina and syrup, and recipes differ on additional ingredients.
Vitamins
B5
0.16mg · 3% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B3
0.4mg · 3% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
30mg · 4% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Selenium
1.6µg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
30mg · 1% DV
Sodium
14mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Hosverdi Dessert is a traditional Turkish semolina sweet made with syrup. Recipes vary from household to household, but typically combine semolina with fat and sugar; some versions also include milk. It is a home-style dessert rather than a single, fixed recipe.
The texture is soft with a slight graininess, and the syrup gives it a distinctly sweet finish. In Turkey, it is commonly cut into pieces and served with tea, including when welcoming guests or at festive meals. For English-speaking readers, it pairs well with unsweetened tea or coffee. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with relatively little protein or fibre, so a modest portion makes a practical way to enjoy it.
Low
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Low
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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
1.28g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.16g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.