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Maraş kahkesi Calories
Traditional sesame ring bread from Maraş
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Maraş kahkesi (80 g) has 328 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 46.4 g of carbs, 9.2 g of protein, 11.6 g of fat and 3 g of fiber. Its 19.2 µg of Selenium covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Maraş kahkesi Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
328
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
46.4g
· 17% DV
Protein
9.2g
· 18% DV
Fat
11.6g
· 15% DV
Fiber
3g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 11% · Fat 32%
Maraş kahkesi nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (80 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 328 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.6 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 1.92 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 496 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 46.4 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Maraş kahkesi?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 328 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 20 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 164 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 40 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 328 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 492 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 160 g | 656 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 160 g | 656 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maraş kahkesi
What is Maraş kahkesi?
Maraş kahkesi is a traditional sesame-covered ring bread from Kahramanmaraş, Turkey. It is a regional baked bread rather than a sweet pastry, and its exact texture can vary between recipes and bakeries.
How is Maraş kahkesi made?
Maraş kahkesi is made by preparing a bread dough, shaping it into rings, coating the surface with sesame, and baking it. Recipes vary, so the dough and final texture may differ from one local baker to another.
How is Maraş kahkesi different from simit?
Maraş kahkesi is a regional bread from Kahramanmaraş, while simit is a widely recognized Turkish sesame ring bread. Their ring shape and sesame coating can look similar, but their recipes and textures are not necessarily the same.
What ingredients are in Maraş kahkesi?
Maraş kahkesi is typically made with flour, water, yeast, and salt, with sesame on the outside. Local recipes may differ, but the sesame-coated ring shape is its defining feature.
Is Maraş kahkesi sweet or savory?
Maraş kahkesi is generally savory and bread-like, not a sweet cookie. Its taste can vary with the recipe, but it is commonly eaten as a bread alongside breakfast foods or tea.
How do you eat Maraş kahkesi?
Maraş kahkesi can be eaten on its own or served with cheese, olives, and tea. Its sesame-coated bread texture makes it suitable for breakfast or a simple snack, without needing a sweet accompaniment.
How do you store Maraş kahkesi?
Store Maraş kahkesi in an airtight container in a cool, dry place after it has cooled. Keeping it away from humidity helps preserve its texture; the crust may soften if it is sealed while still warm.
Where does Maraş kahkesi come from?
Maraş kahkesi comes from Kahramanmaraş, a city in southeastern Turkey. It is known as a local sesame ring bread, and recipes or textures may vary among bakeries and households in the region.
Why can Maraş kahkesi be hard or crisp?
Maraş kahkesi can be firm or crisp because of its dough and how it is baked. Longer baking or exposure to air can make it harder, so choose a freshly baked piece if you prefer a softer texture.
Can you make Maraş kahkesi at home?
Yes, you can make Maraş kahkesi at home with bread dough, sesame, and an oven. Shape the prepared dough into rings, coat them with sesame, and bake according to a recipe for the regional style you want.
Maraş kahkesi Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.34mg · 28% DV
B3
3.28mg · 21% DV
Biotin
4.8µg · 16% DV
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Selenium
19µg · 35% DV
Manganese
0.6mg · 26% DV
Sodium
496mg · 22% DV
Copper
0.16mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
136mg · 4% DV
Maraş kahkesi Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Maraş kahkesi
To burn the 328 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Maraş kahkesi?
Maraş kahkesi is a traditional sesame ring bread associated with Kahramanmaraş in southeastern Turkey. The dough is shaped into rings, coated with sesame and baked, giving it a distinctive place among the region’s bakery foods.
Its toasted sesame aroma and lightly crisp outside balance a substantial, tender crumb. In Turkey, it is commonly enjoyed at breakfast or with tea, either on its own or alongside cheese and olives. As a flour-based bread, it is rich in carbohydrates, while the sesame contributes fat; it provides 410 kcal per 100 g. For a lighter snack, pair a piece with fresh vegetables rather than adding more rich accompaniments.
How Nutritious Is Maraş kahkesi?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Maraş kahkesi Processed?
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.
Does Maraş kahkesi Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Maraş kahkesi Good For?
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
Maraş kahkesi Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.92g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 64:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (64:1).
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