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Semolina syrup cake
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Revani (80 g) has 216 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.4 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 5.8 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 2 µg of Biotin covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Revani is a semolina cake baked with eggs and then soaked in syrup. It is a familiar dessert in Turkish cooking, with roots often associated with Ottoman cuisine, and related versions are enjoyed around the eastern Mediterranean. Chopped pistachios are a common garnish.
The crumb is soft and porous, with a slight graininess from the semolina and plenty of sweetness from the syrup. In Turkey, revani is served in small diamond or square pieces, often after a meal or alongside tea; Turkish communities abroad enjoy it in much the same way. It is chiefly a carbohydrate-rich treat rather than a substantial source of protein. A smaller piece with unsweetened tea makes a lighter serving.
Selected: 100 g
270
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
48g
· 17% DV
Protein
4.2g
· 8% DV
Fat
7.2g
· 9% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 70% · Protein 6% · Fat 24%
Vitamins
Biotin
2.5µg · 8% DV
B2
0.09mg · 7% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
B12
0.15µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Selenium
4.5µg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
55mg · 8% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Calcium
38mg · 4% DV
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.
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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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
— Not 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
SATURATED
2.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 60:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (60:1).
Revani is a syrup-soaked semolina cake, usually made with eggs, sugar, yogurt, semolina and flour. It is baked until golden, then drenched with sugar syrup; chopped pistachios or other nuts are common toppings.
Revani is associated with Ottoman cuisine and is now a familiar dessert in Turkey and several neighboring countries. Similar syrup-soaked semolina cakes appear across the eastern Mediterranean, so its precise origin is not firmly settled.
Revani and basbousa are both syrup-soaked semolina cakes, but their recipes and textures vary by region. Revani commonly uses eggs and yogurt and is baked as a soft cake; basbousa is often denser and may be topped with almonds.
Revani is usually served at room temperature or chilled, after the cake has had time to absorb its syrup. It is not normally served straight from the oven; a cool or room-temperature slice lets the crumb hold together.
Revani can turn out dry if it is overbaked or if the syrup is too thick or insufficient to soak the cake. Check the cake before it becomes deeply browned, and pour the prepared syrup evenly over it while it is still hot.
Yes, you can make a semolina-free cake with a similar syrup-soaked style, but it will not have Revani’s characteristic grainy crumb. Replacing semolina with flour changes the texture, so use a recipe designed for that substitution.
Revani is often served on its own with tea or Turkish coffee. A small spoonful of thick yogurt or a little unsweetened cream can balance its sweetness, while pistachios add a traditional nutty garnish.
Revani keeps for several days when covered and stored in a cool place; refrigeration is useful in warm weather. Keep it in a sealed container so the syrup-soaked cake does not dry out or pick up other food odors.
Yes, Revani can be frozen in individual portions. Wrap the slices well or place them in an airtight freezer container, then thaw them in the refrigerator. The crumb may be a little less tender after thawing.
Cut Revani after it has cooled and absorbed the syrup, using a sharp knife wiped clean between cuts. Scoring the portions before pouring on the syrup also helps keep the traditional diamond or square pieces neat.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.