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A thick, glossy amber-brown paste sits in a small dish, with a smooth, sticky surface and soft folds.

Sirkengebin paste Calories

Traditional honey and vinegar-based paste, energy and digestive support

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

280kcal

GI

55medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

30mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.2g

Quick answer

1 tablespoon (medium) of Sirkengebin paste (20 g) has 56 calories. That works out to 280 calories per 100 g. It contains 14 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Sirkengebin paste Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g

56

KCAL / 20G

Carbs

14g

· 5% DV

Protein

0.1g

· 0% DV

Fat

0g

· 0% DV

Fiber

0g

· 0% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 99% · Protein 1% · Fat 0%

Sirkengebin paste nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories56 kcal
Total fat0 g0%
Saturated fat0 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium1.6 mg0%
Total carbohydrate14 g5%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein0.1 g0%

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 Tablespoon of Sirkengebin paste?

ServingAmountCalories
1 tablespoon (medium)20 g56 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)7 g20 kcal
1 piece (medium)25 g70 kcal
1 serving (medium)30 g84 kcal
2 tablespoon (large)40 g112 kcal
100 g100 g280 kcal
1 pack (large)100 g280 kcal
1 cup (large)200 g560 kcal

Calculated from 280 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sirkengebin paste

What is Sirkengebin paste?

Sirkengebin paste is a traditional Turkish honey-and-vinegar mixture. Recipes vary, and the paste is not as standardized as a single branded product, so its texture, sweetness, and additional ingredients can differ.

What does Sirkengebin paste taste like?

Sirkengebin paste tastes sweet and tangy, with honey balancing vinegar’s sharpness. The particular honey and vinegar used can make one version noticeably sweeter, more acidic, or more aromatic than another.

How do you eat Sirkengebin paste?

Sirkengebin paste can be eaten by the spoonful or stirred into water to make a drink. Because it is concentrated and sweet-sour, start with a small amount if you have not tried it before.

What is the difference between Sirkengebin paste and Sirkengebin sherbet?

Sirkengebin paste is a thick mixture eaten with a spoon, while Sirkengebin sherbet is a diluted drink. Both may use honey and vinegar, but their consistency and recipes are not necessarily the same.

How is Sirkengebin paste made?

Sirkengebin paste is made by combining honey and vinegar, sometimes with additional ingredients. There is no single universal recipe, so proportions vary; use food-grade vinegar and a clean container when making it at home.

Where does Sirkengebin paste come from?

Sirkengebin paste belongs to a Turkish tradition of combining honey and vinegar, often associated with historical Ottoman food culture. Recipes and the way the mixture is served can vary between households and producers.

Can Sirkengebin paste help digestion?

Sirkengebin paste has no established evidence as a treatment for digestive problems. Its vinegar can aggravate heartburn or stomach sensitivity in some people, so it is not a reliable remedy for those symptoms.

How should you store Sirkengebin paste after opening?

Keep Sirkengebin paste tightly closed in a clean container and follow the storage directions on its label. For homemade paste, avoid leaving it at room temperature for long periods and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.

Is Sirkengebin paste suitable for people with diabetes?

Sirkengebin paste contains honey and may raise blood glucose, so it may not fit every diabetes meal plan. Ask your doctor or dietitian how to account for it in your individual plan.

Can you use Sirkengebin paste instead of honey or vinegar in recipes?

Sirkengebin paste is not a direct substitute for plain honey or vinegar because it combines their sweet and acidic flavors and has a thicker texture. It works best where that distinctive sweet-sour taste is wanted.

Sirkengebin paste Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Biotin

0.1µg · 0% DV

Vitamin C

0.2mg · 0% DV

B1

0mg · 0% DV

B2

0mg · 0% DV

Minerals

Iron

0.04mg · 0% DV

Copper

0mg · 0% DV

Potassium ⭐

6mg · 0% DV

Manganese

0mg · 0% DV

Sodium

1.6mg · 0% DV

Sirkengebin paste Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

55
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

7.6
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Sirkengebin paste

To burn the 56 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 g):

🚶

14min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

6min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

8min

Cycling

🏊

7min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Sirkengebin paste?

Sirkengebin paste is a traditional Turkish preparation made with honey and vinegar. It has a thick, sticky consistency and a distinctive sweet-and-tangy flavour; recipes can vary from one household to another, and it may be loosened with water for serving.

In Turkey, it is typically enjoyed in a small spoonful or stirred into water as a drink. It is mostly carbohydrate, with very little protein or fat, so think of it as a sweet source of energy rather than a substantial snack. Diluting a little in water softens its sharpness and makes the sweetness less intense.

How Nutritious Is Sirkengebin paste?

Nutrient density

Low

22/ 100

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

14/ 100

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 Sirkengebin paste 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 Sirkengebin paste Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Sirkengebin paste Good For?

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

Sirkengebin paste Fat Profile

SATURATED

0g

MONOUNSATURATED

0g

POLYUNSATURATED

0g

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.