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Nutritious bread made from ancient Karakilcik and Siyez wheat
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Karakılçık siyez bread (40 g) has 88 calories. That works out to 220 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.4 g of carbs, 3 g of protein, 0.7 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 40 g
88
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
16.4g
· 6% DV
Protein
3g
· 6% DV
Fat
0.7g
· 1% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 78% · Protein 14% · Fat 8%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 88 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.7 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.12 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 156 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% |
| Protein | 3 g | 6% |
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) | 40 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 60 g | 132 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 80 g | 176 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 200 g | 440 kcal |
Calculated from 220 calories per 100 g.
Karakılçık siyez bread is a bread made with karakılçık and siyez, two traditional wheat varieties. Recipes differ, so the flour blend, leavening method, and texture can vary from one loaf to another.
Karakılçık siyez bread is named for two wheat varieties, karakılçık and siyez; einkorn bread is made with einkorn wheat. Siyez is commonly known as einkorn, but a loaf labelled Karakılçık siyez includes karakılçık too.
Karakılçık siyez bread often has a hearty, distinctly wheaty flavour, sometimes with nutty notes. Its crumb may be denser than that of soft white bread, though the grind, recipe, and baking method affect the result.
Karakılçık siyez bread is not necessarily sourdough. Bakers can leaven it with a sourdough starter, commercial yeast, or another method, so the name alone does not tell you how a particular loaf was fermented.
Store Karakılçık siyez bread in a cool, dry place in a bread box or breathable bag. Keep it away from excess moisture, which encourages mould, and avoid leaving it unwrapped for long, as the loaf can dry out.
Yes, Karakılçık siyez bread freezes well. Slice the loaf first and seal the portions in a freezer-safe bag; you can thaw individual slices as needed and toast them straight from frozen.
Yes, Karakılçık siyez bread works well for sandwiches, especially with fillings that complement its hearty wheat flavour. If the crumb is dense, lightly toasting the slices can make them sturdier and less likely to become soggy.
Yes, Karakılçık siyez bread can be used for French toast. Slightly stale slices absorb the egg mixture without falling apart as easily, and the bread’s robust flavour pairs well with both sweet and savoury toppings.
Karakılçık siyez bread does not cause weight loss by itself. Its fibre can help some people feel satisfied, but portion size and toppings matter; it can fit into a weight-loss eating plan when portions suit your needs.
Yes, you can bake Karakılçık siyez bread at home using the two flours, water, and a leavening agent. Add water gradually because different flours absorb it differently, and allow enough time for the dough to rise before baking.
Vitamins
B1
0.09mg · 8% DV
B3
0.84mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1µg · 3% DV
B5
0.16mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.44mg · 19% DV
Sodium
156mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
44mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
64mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 88 calories in 1 slice (medium) (40 g):
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Karakılçık siyez bread is a Turkish loaf made with flour from two heritage wheat varieties, karakılçık and siyez. The grains give it a full, gently earthy flavour and a hearty texture, though the exact crumb and crust vary by bakery and recipe.
In Turkey, it is commonly served at breakfast with cheese, olives and tomatoes, or alongside soup; it also makes a satisfying base for toast. Its fibre content gives it a more filling character than a very refined, fluffy loaf: 100 g provides 5.2 g of fibre. Try it lightly toasted with olive oil, or pair it with fresh vegetables for a simple meal.
Medium
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
0.12g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.