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High-protein, high-sodium traditional meat bread
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Kastamonu pastrami bread (150 g) has 458 calories. That works out to 305 calories per 100 g. It contains 47.7 g of carbs, 22.8 g of protein, 19.2 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 33 µg of Selenium covers 60% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 150 g
458
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
47.7g
· 17% DV
Protein
22.8g
· 46% DV
Fat
19.2g
· 25% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 42% · Protein 20% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 458 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.2 g | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 6.15 g | 31% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 1335 mg | 58% |
| Total carbohydrate | 47.7 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% |
| Protein | 22.8 g | 46% |
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) | 150 g | 458 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 55 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 85 g | 259 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 275 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 305 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 120 g | 366 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 671 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 240 g | 732 kcal |
Calculated from 305 calories per 100 g.
Kastamonu pastrami bread is a regional Turkish baked bread topped with pastırma, a cured and seasoned meat. It is usually eaten warm, and the dough and added toppings can vary between bakeries and home recipes.
Kastamonu pastrami bread is made by placing pieces of pastırma on shaped bread dough and baking it until the dough is cooked. Cutting the meat into small pieces helps it heat through without drying out too quickly.
Kastamonu pastrami bread is baked with the pastırma on the dough, so the meat and bread cook together. A pastrami sandwich is assembled after baking, often with sliced deli meat and separate fillings.
No. Kastamonu pastrami bread is topped with cured pastırma, while Turkish etli ekmek is usually topped with a seasoned minced-meat mixture. Their textures and flavors differ, even though both are thin, oven-baked breads.
Kastamonu pastrami bread tastes savory, meaty and distinctly seasoned, with the cured, aromatic flavor of pastırma. The bread softens the intensity of the topping, while any added vegetables bring extra freshness.
Yes. Shape bread dough into a flat base, add chopped pastırma and bake until the base is cooked and lightly browned. Keep extra toppings modest so they do not make the dough wet or overpower the meat.
Kastamonu pastrami bread is often served warm with ayran, yogurt or a fresh salad. These cooling sides complement its rich, salty topping without competing with the pastırma’s distinctive seasoning.
Yes, Kastamonu pastrami bread can be frozen after it has cooled. Wrap individual portions tightly to limit freezer burn, then reheat them in an oven; the crust may be less crisp than when freshly baked.
Store leftover Kastamonu pastrami bread in a sealed container in the refrigerator once it has cooled. Reheat it before serving, and discard it if it has been left out for an extended period or shows signs of spoilage.
It can be eaten for breakfast, but Kastamonu pastrami bread also works as a lunch or casual meal. Its strong, salty topping pairs well with unsalted vegetables and a plain drink such as tea or ayran.
Vitamins
B12
1.35µg · 56% DV
B3
6.9mg · 43% DV
Biotin
7.5µg · 25% DV
B2
0.32mg · 25% DV
Minerals
Selenium
33µg · 60% DV
Sodium
1335mg · 58% DV
Phosphorus
278mg · 40% DV
Zinc
3.15mg · 29% DV
Potassium ⭐
315mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Kastamonu pastrami bread is a regional speciality from Kastamonu, in northern Turkey. It is made by topping bread dough with pastırma, beef that has been cured and coated with spices, then baking them together. The bread is warm and tender beneath its browned surface, while the meat brings a savoury, spiced and distinctly salty flavour.
In Turkey, it can be eaten hot for breakfast, as a filling snack or as a simple meal, often alongside ayran or salad. It is a protein-rich choice, though the cured meat makes it quite salty. Pairing a smaller portion with fresh vegetables is a practical way to make the meal feel lighter.
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
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
6.15g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.