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Traditional layered Sivas katmer prepared with generous oil
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Oily Sivas katmer (120 g) has 494 calories. That works out to 412 calories per 100 g. It contains 55 g of carbs, 10.3 g of protein, 26.3 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 25.2 µg of Selenium covers 46% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
494
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
55g
· 20% DV
Protein
10.3g
· 21% DV
Fat
26.3g
· 34% 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 44% · Protein 8% · Fat 48%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 494 kcal | |
| Total fat | 26.3 g | 34% |
| Saturated fat | 5.76 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 492 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrate | 55 g | 20% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% |
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) | 120 g | 494 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 30 g | 124 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 60 g | 247 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 288 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 412 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 618 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 742 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 906 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 240 g | 989 kcal |
Calculated from 412 calories per 100 g.
Oily Sivas katmer is a traditional layered flatbread from Sivas, Türkiye, made by folding oil into thinly rolled dough and cooking it on a hot surface. It is generally savory and is known for its rich, flaky texture.
Oily Sivas katmer is made by rolling a simple flour dough thin, brushing it with oil, folding it into layers, and cooking it until browned. The exact folding method and type of fat can vary between family recipes.
Oily Sivas katmer is generally a savory, oil-layered flatbread, while Gaziantep katmer is commonly a sweet pastry filled with clotted cream and pistachios. Despite sharing the name katmer, they differ in ingredients, flavor, and how they are served.
Oily Sivas katmer is usually savory rather than sweet. It is commonly eaten plain or alongside breakfast foods; a filling of clotted cream and pistachios is associated with the sweet Gaziantep style, not the usual Sivas version.
Oily Sivas katmer gets its rich texture from oil brushed between folds of dough. The fat helps separate the layers as the katmer cooks, though the amount used varies with the recipe and can make some versions noticeably richer than others.
Oily Sivas katmer is often eaten warm on its own or with savory breakfast foods such as cheese and olives. Tea is a natural accompaniment; because the katmer is rich, fresh vegetables can also balance the meal.
Yes, you can cook Oily Sivas katmer in a wide, heavy frying pan if you do not have a sac. Use moderate heat and turn it as it browns so the layered dough cooks through without burning.
Reheat Oily Sivas katmer in a dry skillet over low to medium heat to bring back some crispness without making the layers soggy. A microwave warms it quickly but tends to soften the surface and layered texture.
Let Oily Sivas katmer cool, then keep it in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat; leaving the cooked katmer at room temperature for an extended time can affect its freshness.
Yes, Oily Sivas katmer can be frozen. Wrap individual pieces well and store them in an airtight freezer container, then thaw and reheat in a pan. The layers may be less crisp than in freshly cooked katmer.
Vitamins
B1
0.41mg · 34% DV
B3
3.72mg · 23% DV
Vitamin K
21.6µg · 18% DV
B2
0.23mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Selenium
25µg · 45% DV
Manganese
0.58mg · 25% DV
Sodium
492mg · 21% DV
Iron
3.24mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
142mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Oily Sivas katmer is a traditional layered pastry from Sivas, in central Turkey. Its dough is rolled thin, layered with oil, then cooked until tender with lightly browned edges; recipes and finishing methods vary between homes and bakeries. The generous oil gives the layers their characteristic richness.
In Turkey, it is commonly eaten at breakfast, alongside tea, or as a filling snack. It is substantial and energy-dense, with much of its energy coming from carbohydrate and fat; a 100 g portion provides 412 kcal. For a lighter meal, enjoy a smaller piece with fresh tomatoes and cucumbers, or serve it with unsweetened tea rather than adding other rich sides.
Low
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Low
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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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.76g
MONOUNSATURATED
11.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
6.48g
Omega 6:3 ratio 61.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (61.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.