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Low calorie, source of fiber, contains selenium and vitamin D
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Raw Cintar Mushroom (60 g) has 17 calories. That works out to 28 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.7 g of carbs, 1.6 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 9.6 µg of Biotin covers 32% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
17
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
2.7g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.6g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% 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 57% · Protein 34% · Fat 9%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 17 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.03 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.7 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% |
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) | 60 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 50 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 70 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 25 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 28 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 120 g | 34 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 120 g | 34 kcal |
Calculated from 28 calories per 100 g.
No, raw Cintar mushrooms are not generally recommended for eating. They are usually cooked, and raw mushrooms can cause digestive upset. Cook them thoroughly, and never eat a wild mushroom unless its identity has been reliably confirmed.
The correctly identified edible Cintar species are not considered poisonous when properly cooked, but the name can refer to different mushrooms in different regions. Toxic lookalikes exist, so do not eat a wild specimen based on a name or photo alone.
Cintar mushrooms are commonly pan-fried. Clean and slice them, then cook with a little oil until they release their moisture and become tender; garlic, onion, or eggs pair well. Serve them hot as a side or in a cooked dish.
A Cintar mushroom cannot be safely identified from one feature alone. Orange coloring, milk-like sap when cut, and greenish staining can help identify some Cintar types, but lookalikes occur. Have wild mushrooms checked by a qualified local expert before eating them.
Cooked Cintar mushrooms have a savory, earthy flavor and a firm, somewhat meaty texture. Pan-frying helps concentrate their flavor; they are often served with eggs or as a side. Their texture and taste are less appealing when eaten raw.
Cintar mushrooms are commonly associated with pine forests and are foraged in parts of Turkey and other regions where related species grow. They tend to appear after autumn rains, though the location and season vary with local climate and habitat.
Brush soil from raw Cintar mushrooms with a soft brush or wipe them with a damp cloth, and trim dirty ends. If they need rinsing, use running water briefly and dry them well; soaking can make them waterlogged and harder to brown.
Store raw Cintar mushrooms unwashed in a breathable paper bag or a loosely covered container in the refrigerator. Keep them dry, remove any bruised or spoiled pieces, and cook them promptly; washing before storage can make them deteriorate faster.
Yes, Cintar mushrooms freeze better after cooking. Clean and pan-cook them until their released moisture evaporates, cool them, then pack in airtight portions. Thaw in the refrigerator and heat thoroughly; do not refreeze mushrooms that have already thawed.
Yes, eating a misidentified wild Cintar mushroom can cause serious poisoning, and even edible mushrooms may upset your stomach when eaten raw. If someone becomes ill after eating a foraged mushroom, seek emergency medical help and keep any remaining mushroom for identification.
Vitamins
Biotin
9.6µg · 32% DV
B3
2.94mg · 18% DV
B2
0.23mg · 18% DV
B5
0.78mg · 16% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Selenium
5.4µg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
66mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
252mg · 7% DV
Sodium
3.6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Raw Cintar mushroom is the uncooked form of a wild mushroom gathered in Turkey, often in pine woods in autumn. Known in some regions as kanlıca, it has a firm, fleshy texture and a mildly earthy, peppery flavour.
Cintar is more commonly cooked than served raw: people grill it, fry it in a pan or cook it on a griddle, which softens the flesh and brings out its savoury taste. If you use it raw, slice it thinly into a salad, and eat wild mushrooms only when their identity is certain. It is low in calories and provides fibre. Pair it with leafy greens for a lighter dish, or cook it thoroughly and serve with bread for a more traditional-style plate.
High
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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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.03g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.03g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.