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Traditional Turkish crispy bread, hard and dry, often enjoyed with tea.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Pazar kurusu (40 g) has 156 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 29.6 g of carbs, 4.4 g of protein, 1.4 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B1 covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
156
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
29.6g
· 11% DV
Protein
4.4g
· 9% DV
Fat
1.4g
· 2% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 80% · Protein 12% · Fat 8%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 156 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.4 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.24 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 228 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 29.6 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% |
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) | 40 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 15 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 35 g | 137 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 234 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 80 g | 312 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 200 g | 780 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Pazar kurusu is a traditional Turkish bread that is baked and dried until hard and crisp. It is commonly enjoyed with tea, and its dry texture distinguishes it from soft, freshly baked bread.
Pazar kurusu is made by baking bread and drying it until it becomes crisp and hard. Recipes and shaping methods can vary by region, but reducing the bread’s moisture is what gives it its characteristic texture.
Pazar kurusu is usually served plain with tea, or alongside breakfast foods such as cheese and olives. If it feels too hard, dip a small piece briefly in tea rather than soaking the whole portion.
Pazar kurusu is hard because it is dried after baking, which removes much of the moisture found in fresh bread. That dryness creates its crisp bite, but exposure to humidity can make it lose its crunch.
Store Pazar kurusu in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to help preserve its crispness. Keep it away from steam and damp cupboards; discard it if you notice mold or an unusual smell.
Yes, you can soften Pazar kurusu by briefly dipping a piece in tea, milk, or soup. It absorbs liquid quickly, so dip only the amount you plan to eat to keep it from falling apart.
No, Pazar kurusu is not simply another name for a rusk. Both can be dry and crisp, but Pazar kurusu is a traditional Turkish bread, while rusk refers to a broader range of twice-baked breads.
Yes, crushed Pazar kurusu can add a crisp topping to dishes or serve as a coarse bread crumb. Crush it just before using, since storing the crumbs can make them absorb moisture and lose their crunch.
Pazar kurusu does not cause weight gain by itself, but its dry, compact form makes it easy to eat more than intended. Keep the serving moderate and pair it with filling foods such as eggs or cheese.
People with diabetes can eat Pazar kurusu, but its bread-based carbohydrates can raise blood sugar. Portion size and what it is eaten with matter; a dietitian can help fit it into an individual meal plan.
Vitamins
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
B3
1.28mg · 8% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
B5
0.16mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.24mg · 10% DV
Sodium
228mg · 10% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
36mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
44mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 156 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 g):
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Pazar kurusu is a traditional Turkish bread baked until firm and then dried, giving it a hard, crisp texture and making it keep well. It is usually eaten plain as a snack rather than served as a soft loaf alongside a meal.
In Turkey, it is often enjoyed with tea; you can dip it briefly if you prefer a softer bite. Its nutrition is mainly carbohydrate-based, with some protein and fibre, so it makes a filling crunchy snack. Pair it with cheese or yoghurt for a more substantial bite, or choose a smaller piece if you want a lighter snack.
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 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
0.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.48g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.