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Hot Turkish pressed toast with kaşar cheese and deli meats
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (large) of Ordu-Style Yengen Toast (250 g) has 695 calories. That works out to 278 calories per 100 g. It contains 64 g of carbs, 32 g of protein, 34.5 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 57.5 µg of Selenium covers 105% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 57 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (large) · 250 g
695
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
64g
· 23% DV
Protein
32g
· 64% DV
Fat
34.5g
· 44% DV
Fiber
4g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 37% · Protein 18% · Fat 45%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 695 kcal | |
| Total fat | 34.5 g | 44% |
| Saturated fat | 14.25 g | 71% |
| Trans fat | 0.4 g | |
| Sodium | 1938 mg | 84% |
| Total carbohydrate | 64 g | 23% |
| Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Protein | 32 g | 64% |
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 serving (large) | 250 g | 695 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 55 g | 153 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 278 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 110 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 160 g | 445 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 220 g | 612 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 220 g | 612 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 320 g | 890 kcal |
Calculated from 278 calories per 100 g.
Ordu-Style Yengen Toast is a hot Turkish pressed sandwich made with kaşar cheese and deli meats. The name describes a hearty toast style rather than one universally fixed recipe, so extra fillings can vary from shop to shop.
The core filling is kaşar cheese with deli meats between slices of bread. Some versions also add tomato, pickles, ketchup, or mayonnaise, but those extras are optional rather than defining ingredients.
Layer kaşar and deli meats between bread, then press and toast it until the bread is crisp and the cheese has melted. Keep juicy additions such as tomato modest so the sandwich does not turn soggy.
No. Ordu-Style Yengen Toast is centered on kaşar and deli meats, while Ayvalık toast is a separate Turkish toast style often associated with a larger roll and a broader mix of fillings. Recipes vary by vendor.
Sucuk, salami, and sausage are common choices for Ordu-Style Yengen Toast, though a particular version may use only one or two. Slice the meat thinly so the sandwich presses evenly and the cheese can melt through.
Yes. Cook Ordu-Style Yengen Toast in a skillet, pressing it gently with a spatula and turning it once the underside is golden. Medium-low heat gives the kaşar time to melt before the bread gets too dark.
“Yengen” is the name used for this hearty Turkish toast style; the exact origin of the term is not reliably established. “Ordu-Style” identifies the regional version, but it does not guarantee one standardized filling beyond the familiar cheese-and-deli-meat base.
Firm sliced sandwich bread works well for Ordu-Style Yengen Toast because it holds the cheese and meat while being pressed. Avoid overly soft or thin slices if the filling is generous, as they can split or become soggy.
Refrigerate leftover Ordu-Style Yengen Toast in a covered container once it has cooled, and eat it within a few days. Reheat it in a skillet or sandwich press to restore some crispness; a microwave tends to soften the bread.
Pickles, a simple salad, or ayran make good sides for Ordu-Style Yengen Toast. Their fresh or tangy flavors complement the rich melted kaşar and deli-meat filling without adding another heavy component.
Vitamins
B12
1.85µg · 77% DV
B3
9.25mg · 58% DV
B1
0.58mg · 48% DV
Biotin
12.75µg · 43% DV
Minerals
Selenium
58µg · 105% DV
Sodium
1938mg · 84% DV
Phosphorus
580mg · 83% DV
Calcium
565mg · 56% DV
Potassium ⭐
480mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 695 calories in 1 serving (large) (250 g):
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Ordu-style yengen toast is a hot pressed sandwich from Ordu, Turkey, made with bread, kaşar cheese and deli meats. The sandwich is toasted until the bread is crisp and the cheese melts into the filling. In Turkey, it makes a satisfying quick meal at almost any time of day, often served with ayran or pickles; tea is another familiar pairing.
The bread provides carbohydrates, while the cheese and meat contribute protein and fat. At 278 calories per 100 g, it is a substantial choice. Share a large serving or pair it with a salad if you want a lighter 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 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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
14.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
12.55g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.