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Whole grain, fiber source, low fat
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Orynir (120 g) has 408 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 81.6 g of carbs, 15 g of protein, 3 g of fat and 12 g of fiber. Its 4.6 mg of Manganese covers 198% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 120 g
408
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
81.6g
· 30% DV
Protein
15g
· 30% DV
Fat
3g
· 4% DV
Fiber
12g
· 43% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 79% · Protein 15% · Fat 6%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 408 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.54 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 81.6 g | 30% |
| Fiber | 12 g | 43% |
| Protein | 15 g | 30% |
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 cup (medium) | 120 g | 408 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 10 g | 34 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 136 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 60 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 272 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 272 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 408 kcal |
| 2 cup (large) | 240 g | 816 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Rinse Orynir, then simmer it in water until the grains are tender. The exact water amount and cooking time aren’t provided, so start checking for tenderness as it cooks and drain any excess water if needed.
Yes, cooked Orynir can serve as the grain base in a bowl with vegetables, beans, eggs, or a protein of your choice. Its texture may differ from rice, so keep it separate from wet toppings until serving.
Yes, dry Orynir can be milled into flour in a suitable grain mill. The resulting flour may behave differently from wheat flour in baking, so recipes that rely on gluten development may need adjustment.
No, overnight soaking isn’t required before cooking Orynir. Soaking may shorten cooking time for some whole grains, but it can also make the final texture softer; rinse and cook it directly if you prefer a firmer result.
Yes, Orynir works in soup as a hearty grain. Add it early enough to cook until tender, or cook it separately and stir it in near the end to keep it from absorbing too much broth.
Keep uncooked Orynir in an airtight container in a cool, dry, dark cupboard. Protect it from moisture and heat, and use a clean, dry scoop so dampness doesn’t get into the container.
Yes, cooked Orynir freezes well. Cool it promptly, pack it in meal-sized airtight portions, and thaw it in the refrigerator or reheat it directly with a little water to loosen the grains.
Yes, cooked and cooled Orynir can be used in a cold salad. Toss it with chopped vegetables, herbs, and dressing after it has cooled, so the greens stay crisp and the dressing doesn’t become diluted.
Orynir can make a substantial meal base because it is a whole grain and a source of fiber. Pair it with vegetables and a protein-rich food to make a more balanced bowl and vary the texture.
Yes, simmer Orynir until tender and serve it warm with milk or a plant-based drink, fruit, and spices such as cinnamon. Add liquid gradually if you want a softer, porridge-like consistency.
Vitamins
B1
0.54mg · 45% DV
B3
5.4mg · 34% DV
B5
1.2mg · 24% DV
Biotin
7.2µg · 24% DV
Minerals
Manganese
4.56mg · 198% DV
Selenium
41µg · 75% DV
Phosphorus
408mg · 58% DV
Copper
0.42mg · 47% DV
Potassium ⭐
444mg · 13% DV
Sodium
6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 408 calories in 1 cup (medium) (120 g):
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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.
Orynir is listed as a whole-grain cereal, though the name alone does not identify a familiar regional variety or a specific culinary tradition. It can be cooked and used much like other grains: as a side, in soups, or as the base for a warm grain bowl. Its precise origin and characteristic flavour are not clear from the name.
Texture will depend on the variety and how it is cooked, and it pairs easily with vegetables, beans, herbs or a savoury sauce. Nutritionally, it provides carbohydrates and fibre while remaining low in fat. For a lighter meal, serve it with plenty of vegetables and use a modest amount of added oil.
High
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 1
Unprocessed
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.54g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.42g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.