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Pistachio Kerebic Calories
Traditional Middle Eastern dessert, pistachio-filled, semolina dough, soapwort cream
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Pistachio Kerebic (60 g) has 246 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.4 g of carbs, 4.3 g of protein, 10.8 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Pistachio Kerebic Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
246
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
32.4g
· 12% DV
Protein
4.3g
· 9% DV
Fat
10.8g
· 14% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 7% · Fat 40%
Pistachio Kerebic nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 246 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.8 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 1.32 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 36 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32.4 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 4.3 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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Pistachio Kerebic?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 369 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 492 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 492 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 738 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pistachio Kerebic
What is Pistachio Kerebic?
Pistachio Kerebic is a traditional Middle Eastern pastry made from semolina dough filled with pistachios. It is commonly served with a light, sweet foam made from soapwort root, giving it a distinctive pairing of crumbly pastry and airy topping.
What does Pistachio Kerebic taste like?
Pistachio Kerebic tastes mildly sweet, nutty and buttery, with a crumbly semolina shell around its pistachio filling. When served with soapwort foam, the topping adds a light sweetness rather than the richness of a buttercream.
How is Pistachio Kerebic traditionally made?
Pistachio Kerebic is made by forming semolina dough around a pistachio filling, shaping each pastry and baking it. It is traditionally served with soapwort foam, which is prepared separately rather than baked inside the pastry.
What is the white foam served with Pistachio Kerebic?
The white foam served with Pistachio Kerebic is traditionally made by whipping an extract of soapwort root with sugar. It is not whipped cream, and its airy texture is a defining part of the traditional presentation.
Where does Pistachio Kerebic come from?
Pistachio Kerebic is associated with the Middle East, and kerebiç is especially known as a regional specialty of Mersin in southern Turkey. Local recipes may differ in their filling and in how the soapwort foam is served.
Is Pistachio Kerebic the same as ma’amoul?
No. Pistachio Kerebic is a related semolina-based filled pastry, but its characteristic pairing with soapwort foam sets it apart. Ma’amoul is usually shaped in a patterned mold and commonly filled with dates, nuts or figs.
Can Pistachio Kerebic be made without soapwort foam?
Yes. You can serve Pistachio Kerebic without the foam, or pair it with plain cream, though neither option reproduces the traditional soapwort topping. The pastry itself is baked with its pistachio filling.
How should Pistachio Kerebic be served?
Serve Pistachio Kerebic with soapwort foam on the side or spooned over the pastry. Keeping the foam separate until serving helps the semolina shell retain its crumbly texture.
How do you store Pistachio Kerebic?
Keep Pistachio Kerebic in an airtight container in a cool, dry place so moisture does not soften its shell. Store the soapwort foam separately and add it just before serving.
Can you freeze Pistachio Kerebic?
Yes, you can freeze Pistachio Kerebic without its soapwort foam. Seal the pastries in an airtight container, thaw them before serving and prepare or add the foam separately, since freezing can affect its texture.
Pistachio Kerebic Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.08mg · 7% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
B5
0.24mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.17mg · 19% DV
Manganese
0.28mg · 12% DV
Phosphorus
66mg · 9% DV
Zinc
0.66mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
126mg · 4% DV
Sodium
36mg · 2% DV
Pistachio Kerebic Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pistachio Kerebic
To burn the 246 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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What is Pistachio Kerebic?
Pistachio Kerebic is a traditional sweet associated especially with Mersin in southern Turkey. A semolina-based dough is shaped around a pistachio filling, then commonly served under a light, foamy topping made with soapwort root.
Its shell is tender and crumbly, while the filling brings a nutty richness; the contrast with the airy topping makes each bite distinctive. In Turkey it is often offered with tea and is particularly popular during Ramadan and festive gatherings. It is an energy-dense sweet, with most of its energy coming from carbohydrates and fat, alongside some protein and fibre. A smaller piece with unsweetened tea is an easy way to enjoy it without making the snack feel too heavy.
How Nutritious Is Pistachio Kerebic?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
Low
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.
Is Pistachio Kerebic Processed?
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.
Does Pistachio Kerebic Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pistachio Kerebic Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Pistachio Kerebic Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.22g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 42:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (42:1).
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