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Traditional spiced Ottoman-style coffee with medium sugar
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Ottoman coffee, medium sugar (90 g) has 37 calories. That works out to 41 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.2 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 90 g
37
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
8.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 85% · Protein 6% · Fat 9%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 37 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.09 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.7 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.2 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% |
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) | 90 g | 37 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 ounce (whole) | 30 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 60 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 37 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 120 g | 49 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 180 g | 74 kcal |
Calculated from 41 calories per 100 g.
Ottoman coffee, medium sugar is a sweetened coffee commonly flavored with spices. The name describes a style rather than one fixed recipe, so the spice blend and exact sweetness can vary between cafés and home preparations.
Ottoman coffee, medium sugar is often flavored with cinnamon, cardamom, or cloves, though recipes differ. Some blends use other aromatic additions, so there is no single required spice list for every cup.
Ottoman coffee, medium sugar is often prepared using the same unfiltered, cezve-style method as Turkish coffee, but it commonly includes spices. Turkish coffee is more often made from coffee and water, with sugar added to taste.
To make Ottoman coffee, medium sugar, combine finely ground coffee, water, sugar, and your chosen spices in a cezve while cold. Heat gently until the foam rises, then pour carefully without letting the coffee boil over.
Yes, Ottoman coffee, medium sugar contains caffeine from its coffee. Spices do not remove the caffeine, so the drink can still affect alertness and sleep, especially if you are sensitive to caffeine.
“Medium sugar” means the coffee is sweeter than unsweetened coffee but not made with the highest customary level of sugar. It is not a standardized measurement, so sweetness can differ from one recipe or café to another.
Ottoman coffee, medium sugar can taste gritty because it is brewed with very finely ground coffee and is usually not filtered. Let the grounds settle at the bottom of the cup, and avoid drinking the last mouthful.
Ottoman coffee, medium sugar is served hot in a small cup, with the grounds left to settle. A glass of water and a small sweet, such as Turkish delight, are common accompaniments.
Yes, you can make Ottoman coffee, medium sugar in a small saucepan if you do not have a cezve. Heat it slowly and watch closely for rising foam; the wider pan may make the foam less stable.
Ottoman coffee, medium sugar contains added sugar, so it may raise blood glucose and is not automatically suitable for everyone with diabetes. A sugar-free or less-sweet preparation may fit better; follow your clinician’s or dietitian’s individual advice.
Vitamins
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
B3
0.81mg · 5% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B5
0.03mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Magnesium
16mg · 4% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
83mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
14mg · 2% DV
Sodium
2.7mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 37 calories in 1 cup (medium) (90 g):
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Ottoman coffee with medium sugar is a sweetened, spiced take on coffee associated with Ottoman and Turkish coffee traditions. It is commonly made with finely ground coffee, while the choice and balance of spices vary between recipes rather than following one fixed formula.
Expect a fragrant cup with a pronounced coffee taste and a noticeable but moderate sweetness. In Turkey it is typically served in a small cup after a meal or during a visit, often with a glass of water and a small sweet; the grounds settle at the bottom. The added sugar contributes carbohydrates, and the drink provides 41 kcal per 100 g. If you prefer a lighter cup, ask for less sugar; its aromatic flavour also pairs well with a simple biscuit.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.09g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.09g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.05g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.