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Tandoor Flatbread Calories
Traditional flatbread baked in a tandoor oven, thin and slightly crisp.
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Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Tandoor Flatbread (80 g) has 208 calories. That works out to 260 calories per 100 g. It contains 41.6 g of carbs, 6.8 g of protein, 1 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B1 covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
What is Tandoor Flatbread?
Tandoor flatbread is a thin bread made from wheat-flour dough, traditionally baked by pressing it against the hot inner wall of a tandoor oven. It is associated with Anatolian cooking and is often shaped by hand, so its edges and toasted patches can look irregular.
Fresh from the oven, it is soft and pliable, with lightly crisp, blistered spots; it may firm up as it cools. In Turkey, it is served alongside kebabs and stews, or used to wrap fillings. Its nutrition is mainly carbohydrate, with relatively little fat. Warm it briefly before serving, and pair it with vegetables, beans or grilled meat for an easy meal.
Tandoor Flatbread Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
260
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
52g
· 19% DV
Protein
8.5g
· 17% DV
Fat
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 82% · Protein 13% · Fat 5%
Tandoor Flatbread Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
B3
2.1mg · 13% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
B5
0.3mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Sodium
370mg · 16% DV
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
Iron
2mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
70mg · 10% DV
How Nutritious Is Tandoor Flatbread?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Tandoor Flatbread Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tandoor Flatbread
To burn the 260 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Is Tandoor Flatbread Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally 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 Tandoor Flatbread Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tandoor Flatbread Good For?
Vegan
✓ 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
Tandoor Flatbread Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9:1).
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tandoor Flatbread
What is tandoor flatbread?
Tandoor flatbread is a thin, round bread baked against the hot inner wall of a tandoor oven. The intense heat can puff parts of the dough and leave characteristic dark blistered patches on its surface.
How is tandoor flatbread made?
Tandoor flatbread is made by stretching or rolling dough thin and baking it on the tandoor’s hot inner wall. At home, a very hot oven, baking steel, or heavy skillet can approximate the high-heat cooking.
Is tandoor flatbread the same as naan?
No. Tandoor flatbread is generally thinner and may be crisper, while naan is usually thicker and softer, often enriched with yogurt or other ingredients. Both can be baked in a tandoor, but recipes and regional styles vary.
How is tandoor flatbread different from lavash?
The terms can overlap, since lavash is also a thin flatbread and may be baked in a tandoor. Tandoor flatbread specifically points to the oven method; thickness and texture depend on the local recipe.
What do you eat with tandoor flatbread?
Tandoor flatbread goes well with kebabs, grilled vegetables, dips, and saucy stews. It can be served alongside a meal to scoop up food, or placed under meat to catch its juices.
Can you use tandoor flatbread for wraps?
Yes, tandoor flatbread can be used for wraps. Warm it briefly first so it bends without cracking, then add fillings without overloading it; very crisp pieces are better served alongside food than rolled.
How do you reheat tandoor flatbread without drying it out?
Warm tandoor flatbread briefly in a covered skillet or wrap it in foil in a low oven. A light sprinkle of water before reheating can soften bread that has started to dry out.
How should you store tandoor flatbread?
Once cool, keep tandoor flatbread in an airtight bag or container at room temperature to slow drying. Avoid leaving it exposed to air; refrigeration can make flatbread firm and stale sooner.
Can you freeze tandoor flatbread?
Yes, tandoor flatbread freezes well. Separate pieces with parchment, seal them in a freezer-safe bag, and thaw only what you need; warm thawed bread briefly in a skillet or oven before serving.
Can you make tandoor flatbread without a tandoor oven?
Yes. A preheated cast-iron skillet or baking steel can cook tandoor-style flatbread at home. Keep the dough thin and the cooking surface very hot to encourage blistering, then turn the bread as needed.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.