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Traditional ring-shaped savory bread with zahter spice blend and sesame
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Kahke with Zahter (75 g) has 309 calories. That works out to 412 calories per 100 g. It contains 40.3 g of carbs, 8.4 g of protein, 13.1 g of fat and 3.5 g of fiber. Its 0.8 mg of Manganese covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 75 g
309
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
40.3g
· 15% DV
Protein
8.4g
· 17% DV
Fat
13.1g
· 17% DV
Fiber
3.5g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 11% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 309 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.1 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 1.95 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 480 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrate | 40.3 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 3.5 g | 13% |
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% |
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) | 75 g | 309 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 19 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 ounce (mini) | 28 g | 115 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 38 g | 157 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 185 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 412 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 110 g | 453 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 140 g | 577 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 150 g | 618 kcal |
Calculated from 412 calories per 100 g.
Kahke with Zahter is a savory, usually ring-shaped bread flavored with zahter, a fragrant herb or spice blend, and often topped with sesame. Its texture varies by recipe, from tender to crisp.
Kahke with Zahter is made by mixing zahter into bread dough or pressing it onto the shaped dough, then baking it. Recipes commonly use a yeasted dough and form it into rings before baking.
Kahke with Zahter is associated with the food traditions of Hatay and Antakya in southern Turkey, as well as the wider Levant. Local versions differ in their dough, shape, and zahter mixture.
Kahke with Zahter tastes savory and aromatic, with herbal notes from the zahter and a nutty flavor from sesame. Depending on the recipe, the bread may be soft inside or crisp throughout.
They are closely related, but not always identical. Kahke with Zahter is commonly shaped as a ring, while za’atar bread can refer to several flatbreads topped with a za’atar mixture; recipes and regional names vary.
Zahter is a name used for aromatic herbs and regional spice blends in Turkey and the Levant. The blend in Kahke with Zahter can vary, but may include ingredients such as wild thyme, sumac, and sesame.
Serve Kahke with Zahter with olives, fresh vegetables, or cheese for a savory breakfast or snack. It also pairs well with tea, and its ring shape makes it easy to tear and share.
Once completely cool, store Kahke with Zahter in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Moisture can make it lose its crispness, so freeze it if you need to keep it for longer.
Yes, Kahke with Zahter freezes well. Let it cool fully, then pack it in an airtight freezer-safe container, separating pieces with baking paper. Thaw it before serving and warm it briefly to refresh the texture.
Reheat Kahke with Zahter briefly in an oven to bring back some crispness. A microwave is quicker, but it can soften the bread, so use it when a tender texture matters more than a crisp one.
Vitamins
B1
0.32mg · 27% DV
B3
3.08mg · 19% DV
Folate
58.5µg · 15% DV
Biotin
3.75µg · 13% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.77mg · 33% DV
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Sodium
480mg · 21% DV
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
137mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Kahke with zahter is a savoury, ring-shaped bread made from dough mixed with zahter—a fragrant regional blend of herbs and spices—and sesame. It is especially associated with Hatay and the surrounding area in southern Turkey, where recipes vary between bakeries and households.
Its lightly crisp exterior and aromatic, substantial crumb make it a popular breakfast bite or snack with tea; it also pairs well with olives or cheese. Made with flour, oil and sesame, it is an energy-dense bread, with 4.6 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter plate, serve it with fresh tomatoes, cucumber or other vegetables.
Low
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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
— Not 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
1.95g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.57g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.53g
Omega 6:3 ratio 51.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (51.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.