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Small, squat, round-to-oval sorghum-flour buns sit on a plate, with golden-brown tops and a slightly coarse, rustic surface.
🌿High Fiber

Sorghum Flour Pogaca Calories

Gluten-free, high fiber, traditional Turkish pastry

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

285kcal

GI

65medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

112mg

FIBER · 100 G

5.1g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Sorghum Flour Pogaca (60 g) has 171 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 29.1 g of carbs, 3.7 g of protein, 4.1 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Sorghum Flour Pogaca Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g

171

KCAL / 60G

Carbs

29.1g

· 11% DV

Protein

3.7g

· 7% DV

Fat

4.1g

· 5% DV

Fiber

3.1g

· 11% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 69% · Protein 9% · Fat 22%

Sorghum Flour Pogaca nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (60 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories171 kcal
Total fat4.1 g5%
Saturated fat1.08 g5%
Trans fat0.01 g
Sodium198 mg9%
Total carbohydrate29.1 g11%
Fiber3.1 g11%
Protein3.7 g7%

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 Sorghum Flour Pogaca?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)60 g171 kcal
1 piece (mini)30 g86 kcal
1 piece (small)40 g114 kcal
1 serving (small)60 g171 kcal
1 piece (large)90 g257 kcal
100 g100 g285 kcal
2 piece (medium)120 g342 kcal
1 serving (large)120 g342 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)120 g342 kcal

Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sorghum Flour Pogaca

How do you make Sorghum Flour Pogaca?

Sorghum Flour Pogaca is made by mixing sorghum flour with ingredients such as yogurt or milk, oil, and egg, then shaping and baking the dough. Since sorghum does not form gluten, use a recipe with a binder so the pastries hold together.

Why does Sorghum Flour Pogaca crumble?

Sorghum Flour Pogaca can crumble when its dough lacks enough binding or moisture. Sorghum flour does not develop the stretchy gluten found in wheat dough, so ingredients such as egg or a suitable binder help the pastry keep its shape.

What fillings work best in Sorghum Flour Pogaca?

Cheese, olives, and potato are all suitable fillings for Sorghum Flour Pogaca. Keep the filling fairly dry: excess moisture can soften the dough, make shaping difficult, and cause the pastry to split as it bakes.

Does Sorghum Flour Pogaca taste like regular pogaca?

Sorghum Flour Pogaca has a mildly sweet, earthy grain flavor, so it may taste different from pogaca made with wheat flour. A savory cheese or olive filling balances the sorghum flavor, while the exact taste varies with the recipe.

Can you use yeast in Sorghum Flour Pogaca?

Yes, you can use yeast in Sorghum Flour Pogaca, but it will not make sorghum dough stretchy in the way it does wheat dough. Follow a recipe designed for gluten-free dough, with enough binding to help the shaped pastries stay intact.

Can wheat flour be replaced one-for-one with sorghum flour in Pogaca?

No, replacing wheat flour one-for-one with sorghum flour in Pogaca usually changes the dough too much. Sorghum does not form gluten, so the liquid and binder often need adjustment; use a recipe developed specifically for sorghum or gluten-free pastry.

How do you keep Sorghum Flour Pogaca from drying out?

To keep Sorghum Flour Pogaca tender, avoid adding excess flour while shaping and use the moisture-rich ingredients specified in the recipe. Once baked, cover the pastries with a clean cloth as they cool, then store them in an airtight container.

Is Sorghum Flour Pogaca safe for people with celiac disease?

Sorghum Flour Pogaca can be suitable for people with celiac disease if every ingredient is gluten-free and cross-contact is prevented. Use flour labeled gluten-free, and prepare the dough with clean utensils and surfaces that have not been exposed to wheat.

Can you freeze Sorghum Flour Pogaca?

Yes, Sorghum Flour Pogaca can be frozen after it has cooled. Pack the pieces so they do not stick together, and thaw them before serving; a brief reheat can help restore a freshly baked texture.

What can you serve with Sorghum Flour Pogaca?

Serve Sorghum Flour Pogaca with a simple salad, olives, or yogurt, depending on its filling. For a breakfast spread, add tomatoes and cucumber; with tea, the pogaca can also be served on its own as a savory snack.

Sorghum Flour Pogaca Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B3

1.08mg · 7% DV

B1

0.08mg · 7% DV

B5

0.25mg · 5% DV

B6

0.08mg · 5% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.11mg · 12% DV

Manganese

0.25mg · 11% DV

Sodium

198mg · 9% DV

Phosphorus

59mg · 8% DV

Potassium ⭐

67mg · 2% DV

Sorghum Flour Pogaca Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

18.6
Medium

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

How to Burn Off Sorghum Flour Pogaca

To burn the 171 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 g):

🚶

42min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

17min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

23min

Cycling

🏊

20min

Swimming

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

What is Sorghum Flour Pogaca?

Sorghum flour pogaca is a sorghum-flour take on poğaça, the Turkish baked bun often made with a savoury filling. The dough is shaped into small rounds or crescents and may be filled with cheese or olives, or left plain. Sorghum brings a different texture from the wheat flour used in many familiar versions; recipes vary in how soft and crumbly the pastry turns out.

In Turkey, poğaça is a breakfast and tea-time favourite, often eaten on the way to work or alongside tea at home. This version is satisfying and provides fibre, with about 5.1 g per 100 g. Pair it with fresh vegetables or a bowl of plain yoghurt for a simple meal, or choose a modest filling if you’d like a lighter bite.

How Nutritious Is Sorghum Flour Pogaca?

Nutrient density

Medium

38/ 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

Medium

46/ 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 Sorghum Flour Pogaca 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 Sorghum Flour Pogaca 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 Sorghum Flour Pogaca Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Sorghum Flour Pogaca Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.08g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.32g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.38g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 24:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (24:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.