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Traditional semolina-and-flour pastry cookie with pistachio filling
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Kerebic with pistachio (45 g) has 203 calories. That works out to 452 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.4 g of carbs, 3.6 g of protein, 9.8 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g
203
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
25.4g
· 9% DV
Protein
3.6g
· 7% DV
Fat
9.8g
· 13% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 7% · Fat 43%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 203 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.8 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 3.65 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 74 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25.4 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% |
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) | 45 g | 203 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 22.5 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 136 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 271 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 407 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 407 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 452 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 135 g | 610 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 135 g | 610 kcal |
Calculated from 452 calories per 100 g.
Kerebic with pistachio is a traditional filled pastry cookie made with semolina-and-flour dough and a pistachio filling. It is especially associated with Mersin, Turkey, where it is commonly served with a distinctive white foam.
Kerebic with pistachio has a tender, crumbly pastry exterior and a nutty, rich filling. The çöven foam served alongside adds a light, sweet contrast; the exact texture and sweetness vary between recipes.
The white topping served with kerebic with pistachio is çöven foam, made using the root of the soapwort plant. It is a traditional accompaniment in the Mersin style, rather than a filling baked inside the cookie.
Kerebic with pistachio is a regional Turkish sweet strongly associated with Mersin. Its characteristic serving with çöven foam is especially linked to the local tradition, though recipes and presentation can vary.
Kerebic with pistachio and maamoul are both molded, filled pastries, but they are distinct regional sweets. Kerebic is associated with Mersin and is traditionally paired with çöven foam, while maamoul has its own regional recipes and serving customs.
No, the traditional foam served with kerebic with pistachio is not meringue. It is made from çöven root, giving the Mersin-style dessert its characteristic accompaniment without relying on whipped egg whites.
The mold gives kerebic with pistachio its recognizable ridged or patterned surface and helps shape the filled dough. It is a traditional way to form the cookie, though the pastry can also be shaped by hand.
Serve kerebic with pistachio with çöven foam on top or on the side, as is customary in Mersin. Add the foam close to serving time so the cookie keeps its crumbly texture.
Store kerebic with pistachio without its foam in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Keep the çöven foam separate and add it just before serving to prevent the pastry from becoming soft.
Yes, kerebic with pistachio can be frozen before adding the çöven foam. Seal the cookies in an airtight container, thaw them before serving, and add fresh foam afterward.
Vitamins
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
Vitamin E
0.86mg · 6% DV
B3
0.77mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.35µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
53mg · 8% DV
Selenium
3.78µg · 7% DV
Sodium
74mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
79mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Kerebic with pistachio is a traditional pastry cookie associated especially with Mersin in southern Turkey. Its dough is made with semolina and flour, filled with pistachios, shaped in a mould and baked. The shell is crumbly, while the filling brings a rich, nutty flavour.
In Mersin, it is commonly served beneath a light foam made from çöven root, often finished with cinnamon; elsewhere, it makes a distinctive accompaniment to tea or a sweet to share. The pastry is energy-dense, with carbohydrates and fat making up much of its nutritional profile. For a smaller treat, share a piece or enjoy it with unsweetened tea, and ask for less foam if you prefer a lighter serving.
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.
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
3.65g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.94g
Omega 6:3 ratio 88:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (88:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.