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Sucuk toast: A Turkish grilled sandwich with spicy beef sausage and cheese.
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Sucuk Toast (140 g) has 406 calories. That works out to 290 calories per 100 g. It contains 36.4 g of carbs, 17.5 g of protein, 20.3 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 1036 mg of Sodium covers 45% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Sucuk toast is a Turkish pressed sandwich made by grilling bread with slices of sucuk, a boldly seasoned Turkish sausage, and usually kaşar cheese. It is a familiar quick bite from cafés and toast shops in Turkey, and is easy to make at home for breakfast or a casual meal.
The bread turns crisp and golden while the cheese melts around the savoury, spiced sausage. In Turkey it is often served hot with tea or ayran; elsewhere, it works well as a filling lunch with salad or sliced vegetables. Bread provides most of its carbohydrates, while the sausage and cheese contribute protein and fat. For a lighter version, use less sucuk and add tomato or greens.
Selected: 100 g
290
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
26g
· 9% DV
Protein
12.5g
· 25% DV
Fat
14.5g
· 19% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 37% · Protein 18% · Fat 45%
Vitamins
B12
0.7µg · 29% DV
B3
2.2mg · 14% DV
Biotin
4.2µg · 14% DV
B2
0.17mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Sodium
740mg · 32% DV
Phosphorus
145mg · 21% DV
Calcium
190mg · 19% DV
Selenium
9µg · 16% DV
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 290 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
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
6.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15.7:1).
Sucuk Toast is a Turkish toasted sandwich filled with sucuk, a spiced sausage usually made from beef, and melting cheese. It is pressed and grilled until the bread is browned; kaşar is a common cheese choice in Turkey.
To make Sucuk Toast, layer sliced sucuk and cheese between two pieces of bread, then press and toast until the bread is crisp and the cheese melts. Slice the sucuk thinly so it heats through while the sandwich browns.
Sucuk is a strongly seasoned Turkish sausage, most often made with beef, garlic, and spices such as cumin and red pepper. Its flavor seasons the whole Sucuk Toast, so you generally do not need to add extra salt.
Kaşar is the classic choice for Sucuk Toast because it melts smoothly and pairs well with the sausage. If you cannot find it, use another mild, good-melting cheese; the texture may differ, but the sandwich will still toast well.
Sucuk Toast is often mildly to noticeably spicy because sucuk is seasoned with red pepper and other spices. The heat varies by sausage; choose a milder sucuk or add more cheese if you want a less fiery sandwich.
Yes, you can make Sucuk Toast in a skillet. Cook it over medium-low heat, pressing it gently with a spatula and turning it once, until both sides are browned and the cheese has melted.
Sturdy sliced bread works best for Sucuk Toast because it holds the sausage and melted cheese without falling apart. Turkish-style toast bread is a common option; if using a thicker loaf, slice it evenly so the filling heats before the crust gets too dark.
Sucuk Toast goes well with ayran, a yogurt drink popular in Turkey, or with tea and a simple salad. Pickles or sliced tomatoes also add a fresh contrast to the rich, savory filling.
Yes, refrigerate leftover Sucuk Toast in a sealed container once it has cooled, and eat it within a few days. Reheat it in a skillet or sandwich press to crisp the bread again; a microwave tends to make it soft.
Sucuk Toast is a popular Turkish-style quick meal and is often eaten for breakfast, though it is not a formal set-menu dish. It is commonly served hot with tea, especially when people want a filling option on the go.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.