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Traditional Turkish sweet, thin and crispy, usually sugary
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
410
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
85g
· 82%
Protein
4.5g
· 4%
Fat
6.5g
· 14%
Fiber
1.2g
Vitamins
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
B3
0.3mg · 2% DV
B5
0.08mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Sodium
120mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
38mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
13mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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
1.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.1g
Its thin, porous sheets absorb moisture from the air very easily. Once opened, keep it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to help preserve its crispness.
Freezing is usually not ideal because condensation during thawing can make the sheets soft and less crisp. Keeping it sealed and protected from humidity is a better storage method.
It is commonly served with ice cream, banana, strawberries, or plain yogurt. Yogurt or another dairy accompaniment can balance its pronounced sweetness.
Place a scoop of slightly softened ice cream between two sheets and serve straight away. Adding the ice cream too far in advance can cause the sheets to lose their crunch.
Both are typically sweet, refined-carbohydrate accompaniments to ice cream. Paper halva is thinner, layered, and more delicate, while a cone is firmer, so the choice mainly comes down to texture and portion preference.
Its rapidly digested carbohydrates may provide quick energy for some people shortly before exercise. However, it is not a balanced pre-workout meal, and people with sensitive stomachs should try a small amount first.
Eating it at night is not inherently harmful; overall eating habits and quantity matter more. As with other sugary sweets, it is sensible to practice good dental hygiene after eating it.
Despite its name, it differs from traditional tahini halva, which is made from a seed paste. Paper halva is a thin, crisp, wafer-like confectionery product.
No. Paper halva contains gluten, so it is not suitable for people with coeliac disease or a wheat allergy; those with gluten sensitivity should also check labels for cross-contact information.
It can be offered occasionally in a small portion as a treat, rather than as an everyday snack. Young children should be supervised because the brittle sheets can break into small pieces.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.