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Traditional bread; primarily carbohydrate-rich with some fiber and B vitamins.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 slice (medium) of Kalakilcik bread (60 g) has 153 calories. That works out to 255 calories per 100 g. It contains 30.1 g of carbs, 5.2 g of protein, 1.1 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 14.4 µg of Selenium covers 26% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 2 slice (medium) · 60 g
153
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
30.1g
· 11% DV
Protein
5.2g
· 10% DV
Fat
1.1g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1.9g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 80% · Protein 14% · Fat 6%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 153 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.23 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 294 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 30.1 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Protein | 5.2 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 slice (medium) | 30 g | 77 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 102 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 60 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 204 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 383 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 459 kcal |
Calculated from 255 calories per 100 g.
Kalakilcik bread is a Turkish bread made with flour from Kalakilcik, a traditional local wheat variety. Its texture and flavour vary with the flour’s milling and the baker’s recipe, so loaves made with wholemeal flour can differ from lighter versions.
Kalakilcik bread can be a useful source of fibre and B vitamins, especially when made with wholemeal flour. The wheat’s traditional status alone does not make every loaf more nutritious; milling and the recipe matter.
Kalakilcik bread typically has a pronounced wheat flavour and a hearty texture, sometimes with a mildly nutty note. Wholemeal versions tend to taste more robust than loaves made with more finely sifted flour.
Kalakilcik bread comes from Turkey and takes its name from the traditional Kalakilcik wheat used to make it. It is a regional-style bread rather than one fixed recipe, so preparation can vary between bakers.
Yes, Kalakilcik bread can be made with a sourdough starter, but sourdough is not required. Fermentation changes the loaf’s flavour and crumb, while the Kalakilcik flour gives it its distinctive wheat base.
Kalakilcik bread pairs well with cheese, eggs, olives, soups, and dips. Its substantial texture works particularly well for open sandwiches; lightly toasting a slice can help it hold moist toppings.
Keep Kalakilcik bread in a bread box or cloth bag at room temperature if you plan to eat it soon. Avoid refrigerating it, since that can make bread go stale faster, and let a fresh loaf cool before wrapping it.
Yes, Kalakilcik bread freezes well when wrapped airtight. Slicing it first makes it easy to take out only what you need; you can toast frozen slices directly or thaw them at room temperature.
Yes, you can bake Kalakilcik bread at home if you can get Kalakilcik flour. Follow a bread recipe suited to the flour’s texture and adjust the water gradually, since milling and flour absorption differ between batches.
Kalakilcik bread can raise blood sugar, and its traditional wheat variety does not prevent that response. Portion size and what you eat alongside it matter; anyone managing diabetes should fit it into their individual meal plan.
Vitamins
B1
0.19mg · 16% DV
B3
2.28mg · 14% DV
Folate
51µg · 13% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Manganese
0.33mg · 14% DV
Sodium
294mg · 13% DV
Iron
1.86mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
71mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Kalakilcik bread is a traditional Turkish loaf made with flour from Kalakılçık, a local wheat variety. Its exact crumb and appearance depend on the flour and recipe, but it tends to have a full, distinctly wheaty flavour.
In Turkey, it can be served at breakfast with cheese, olives and tomatoes, or alongside soup and main dishes. Its substantial texture also makes it satisfying with a simple topping. The bread is chiefly a source of carbohydrates, with some fibre and B vitamins. For a lighter meal, serve a thinner slice with vegetables and a protein-rich 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 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
0.23g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.17g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.39g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.