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Traditional Black Sea corn bread, source of fiber and complex carbohydrates
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Mandila (60 g) has 132 calories. That works out to 220 calories per 100 g. It contains 27 g of carbs, 3.1 g of protein, 1.5 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B1 covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 60 g
132
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
27g
· 10% DV
Protein
3.1g
· 6% DV
Fat
1.5g
· 2% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 81% · Protein 9% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.5 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 192 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 3.1 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) | 60 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 40 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 90 g | 198 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 264 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 120 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 slice (jumbo) | 150 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 200 g | 440 kcal |
Calculated from 220 calories per 100 g.
Mandila is a traditional corn bread associated with Turkey’s Black Sea region. It is a regional food rather than one fixed recipe, so its ingredients and texture can vary between households.
Mandila is traditionally made by mixing corn flour with water and salt, then baking the dough. Recipes differ by household, and some cooks add other ingredients or adjust the dough to suit the flour they use.
Not exactly. Mandila is a Black Sea corn bread, while American cornbread commonly uses a different recipe and may include ingredients such as wheat flour, eggs, or dairy. Both use cornmeal or corn flour as a defining ingredient.
Mandila has a distinctive corn flavor and is usually more substantial than a soft wheat loaf. Its texture varies with the recipe and how finely the corn flour is ground, so some versions are denser than others.
Mandila is served alongside meals, particularly soups, and also goes well with cheese or greens. It can be eaten plain or warmed; its hearty corn flavor pairs naturally with savory dishes.
Yes, Mandila works for breakfast with savory foods such as eggs or cheese. Toasting a slice or warming it in a pan gives it a crisp surface, making it a useful alternative to serving it plain.
Yes, you can toast Mandila, though a thick or crumbly slice may need gentle handling. Use a toaster oven, pan, or oven and warm it until the edges crisp; avoid overheating, which can dry it out.
Let Mandila cool completely, then keep it in an airtight container or bread box. Store it in a cool, dry place and check for mold before eating; refrigeration can make bread dry out sooner.
Yes, Mandila freezes well when wrapped tightly or sealed in a freezer bag. Freeze it in slices so you can thaw only what you need, then warm the slice in an oven or pan before serving.
People with diabetes can include Mandila, but its corn-flour carbohydrates can affect blood glucose. Pairing a portion with protein-rich foods may help make a more balanced meal; ask your dietitian how it fits your individual plan.
Vitamins
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B3
1.32mg · 8% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
B5
0.21mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Sodium
192mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
39mg · 6% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.11mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
66mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Mandila is a traditional corn bread from Turkey’s Black Sea region, made chiefly with cornmeal. Home recipes vary, but it is typically a hearty loaf served in place of everyday bread and valued for its connection to regional cooking.
Its flavour is gently sweet and distinctly corn-like, while the crumb is dense and can be more crumbly than wheat bread. In Turkey it is eaten at breakfast, alongside soups and bean dishes, or with tea; elsewhere, it works well anywhere a rustic bread would be served. Mandila provides complex carbohydrates and fibre, with 4.2 g of fibre per 100 g. Pair a slice with eggs, yoghurt or vegetables for a more substantial 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 2
Minimally 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.
No known major 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
0.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.42g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.66g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.