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Traditional Turkish dessert, semolina and syrup based
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Kalbura bastı with semolina (55 g) has 182 calories. That works out to 330 calories per 100 g. It contains 33 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 5.2 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Kalbura bastı with semolina is a Turkish syrup-soaked pastry made with semolina in the dough. The dough is traditionally pressed against a sieve or grater to give it a ridged pattern, then baked; some versions have a walnut filling. The name refers to the impression left by the sieve.
Baked until lightly crisp, the pastries soften as they absorb syrup and are served at tea time, family gatherings and festive meals in Turkey. Their sweetness pairs well with unsweetened tea or coffee. They are energy-dense and mostly provide carbohydrates, so a modest piece makes a satisfying treat; serving it with plain tea keeps the pairing simple rather than adding another sweet element.
Selected: 100 g
330
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
60g
· 22% DV
Protein
4.2g
· 8% DV
Fat
9.5g
· 12% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 70% · Protein 5% · Fat 25%
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
B3
0.7mg · 4% DV
B5
0.2mg · 4% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
45mg · 6% DV
Selenium
2µg · 4% DV
Calcium
25mg · 3% DV
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.
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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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
— Not 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
2.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 36.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (36.7:1).
Kalbura bastı with semolina is a Turkish syrup-soaked pastry, usually made from a shaped dough containing semolina and flour. It is baked until golden, then soaked in sweet syrup; its ridged surface is part of its signature appearance.
To make kalbura bastı with semolina, mix semolina and flour with fat and the recipe’s other dough ingredients, shape the pieces on a ridged surface, and bake them. Pour syrup over the hot pastries according to the recipe, then let them absorb it.
Kalbura bastı with semolina is traditionally pressed against a sieve, grater, or similar ridged surface to create its patterned exterior. The name refers to pressing the dough onto a sieve, and the grooves also help the syrup cling to the pastry.
Semolina gives kalbura bastı a slightly grainier, more substantial texture than a version made without it. It also absorbs moisture, so the dough should be mixed until soft rather than stiff to keep the baked pastry from turning dry.
A common method is to pour cooled syrup over freshly baked, hot kalbura bastı with semolina. The temperature contrast helps the pastries take up the syrup while holding their shape, but follow the temperature sequence specified by your recipe.
Keep the dough for kalbura bastı with semolina soft and avoid adding too much flour or baking the pastries until deeply browned. Pour the syrup over them promptly after baking and allow enough time for it to soak in.
Kalbura bastı with semolina includes semolina in the dough, which makes its texture more granular and hearty. Regular versions may rely mainly on flour, though ingredients vary between family recipes, so there is no single fixed recipe for either.
Kalbura bastı with semolina is served at room temperature after the syrup has soaked in. It is often finished with crushed nuts, such as walnuts or pistachios, and offered with Turkish tea or coffee.
Store kalbura bastı with semolina in a covered container after it has cooled. Keep it in a cool, dry place for short-term storage; refrigerate it in hot weather, then let it lose its chill before serving.
Yes, kalbura bastı with semolina can be prepared ahead and frozen before baking. Freeze the shaped, unbaked pastries, then thaw them before baking; freezing after adding syrup can make the texture less pleasant.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.