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Sesame-coated yeasted savory pastry
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Sesame ring poğaça (80 g) has 308 calories. That works out to 385 calories per 100 g. It contains 36.6 g of carbs, 7.3 g of protein, 14.7 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 19.2 µg of Selenium covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
308
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
36.6g
· 13% DV
Protein
7.3g
· 15% DV
Fat
14.7g
· 19% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 9% · Fat 43%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 308 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.7 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 4.96 g | 25% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 496 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 36.6 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% |
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) | 80 g | 308 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 40 g | 154 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 173 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 65 g | 250 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 385 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 385 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 110 g | 424 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 140 g | 539 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 160 g | 616 kcal |
Calculated from 385 calories per 100 g.
Sesame ring poğaça is a Turkish savory pastry shaped into a ring and coated with sesame seeds. It is usually made with yeasted dough and has a softer, more bread-like texture than a crisp sesame ring such as simit.
To make sesame ring poğaça, prepare a soft yeasted dough, let it rise, shape portions into rings, coat them with sesame seeds, and bake until golden. Recipes may include milk or yogurt, oil, and egg, so the exact dough varies.
Sesame ring poğaça is generally softer and more tender than simit, which is known for its chewy interior and crisp sesame-coated crust. Simit is commonly dipped in a molasses-water mixture before baking; poğaça uses a richer, softer pastry-style dough.
Sesame ring poğaça can turn out dry or dense if too much flour is added, the dough does not rise enough, or the rings bake for too long. Keep the dough soft, allow it time to rise, and take the pastries out once golden.
Dip or brush the shaped sesame ring poğaça dough lightly with water or a molasses-water mixture before coating it in seeds. Press the seeds gently onto the surface so they adhere, then handle the rings carefully as you place them on the baking tray.
Store sesame ring poğaça only after it has cooled completely, in an airtight container at room temperature. Sealing it while warm traps steam and can make the crust damp; if it has been stored for a while, briefly warming it in the oven can refresh it.
Yes, sesame ring poğaça freezes well once fully cooled. Wrap the pieces separately or place them in a sealed freezer-safe container, then thaw and warm them in the oven before serving for a softer center and a fresher crust.
Serve sesame ring poğaça with cheese, olives, fresh vegetables, or a cup of tea. These are familiar Turkish breakfast accompaniments, while soup or a simple salad can make it part of a light lunch.
Yes, you can make sesame ring poğaça with baking powder instead of yeast, but the result will be more crumbly and less bread-like. Yeasted dough gives the rings their characteristic airy, soft texture, so allow enough time for it to rise.
Reheat sesame ring poğaça briefly in a moderate oven until warmed through; prolonged heating can dry it out. A microwave is quicker but tends to soften the sesame crust, so use it only for a short burst if texture is less important.
Vitamins
B1
0.34mg · 28% DV
Biotin
6.56µg · 22% DV
B3
3.28mg · 21% DV
Folate
73.6µg · 18% DV
Minerals
Selenium
19µg · 35% DV
Manganese
0.66mg · 29% DV
Copper
0.25mg · 28% DV
Sodium
496mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
121mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Sesame ring poğaça is a Turkish savoury bakery pastry made from yeasted dough, shaped into a ring and coated with sesame seeds. The crumb is usually soft and lightly airy, while the seeds bring a toasty, nutty note.
In Turkey it is a familiar choice for breakfast, often eaten with tea, or as a filling snack between meals. Outside Turkey, it works just as well as a grab-and-go pastry or alongside soup and salad. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates and fat, with more modest protein. Pair it with eggs or fresh vegetables for a more rounded breakfast, or choose a smaller portion if you want a lighter snack.
Low
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Low
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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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.96g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 65.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (65.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.