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Crisp, low-fat wheat-based rusk
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 slice (thin) of Thin etimek rusk (20 g) has 76 calories. That works out to 382 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.2 g of carbs, 2.2 g of protein, 0.8 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 6.2 µg of Selenium covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 2 slice (thin) · 20 g
76
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
15.2g
· 6% DV
Protein
2.2g
· 4% DV
Fat
0.8g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 79% · Protein 11% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 76 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.8 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.13 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 118 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.2 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 slice (thin) | 20 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 10 g | 38 kcal |
| 3 slice (medium) | 30 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 115 kcal |
| 4 slice (medium) | 40 g | 153 kcal |
| 5 slice (large) | 50 g | 191 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 191 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 382 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 382 kcal |
Calculated from 382 calories per 100 g.
Thin etimek rusk is a crisp, thin Turkish bread rusk, usually made from wheat bread that is dried or baked until firm. It is eaten plain, served with toppings, or used as a base in desserts.
Thin etimek rusk forms the base of etimek tatlısı. Arrange the slices in a dish, pour sugar syrup over them, and let them soften; once cool, add a layer of pudding, often finished with whipped cream.
Thin etimek rusk can be eaten plain or topped with cheese, jam, honey, or other spreads. Add moist toppings just before serving so the crisp slices do not turn soft too quickly.
No. Both are crisp, thin bread products, but thin etimek rusk is a Turkish-style rusk commonly used in etimek desserts, while melba toast is a separate type of thin, toasted bread. They may work as substitutes in some recipes, but the texture can differ.
Yes, thin etimek rusk can replace regular etimek in many desserts. Because it is thinner, it absorbs syrup faster and may soften more quickly, so pour the syrup gradually and avoid leaving the slices submerged.
Store thin etimek rusk in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Moisture makes it lose its crisp texture; if it softens, a brief warming in a suitable oven can help crisp it again.
Thin etimek rusk is usually mild or nearly neutral rather than distinctly sweet. It works with savory toppings such as cheese as well as sweet spreads, and it gets its dessert flavor from the syrup and toppings added in recipes.
Plain regular etimek or dry bread slices can stand in for thin etimek rusk in etimek tatlısı. Thicker substitutes absorb syrup more slowly, so the finished dessert may need more time to soften and will have a different texture.
No, thin etimek rusk does not need soaking for ordinary snacking. For etimek tatlısı, syrup is poured over the slices so they soften in the dish; soaking them separately can make them fragile and difficult to arrange.
Yes, crushed thin etimek rusk can add crunch to salads, soups, or savory dishes. Add it just before serving, because steam and dressing quickly soften the crumbs.
Vitamins
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B3
0.92mg · 6% DV
Folate
16.4µg · 4% DV
Biotin
1.2µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Selenium
6.2µg · 11% DV
Manganese
0.14mg · 6% DV
Sodium
118mg · 5% DV
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
34mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Thin etimek rusk is a Turkish wheat rusk: thin slices of bread are dried until crisp and light. In Turkey, it may be served at breakfast or alongside tea, either plain or topped with cheese, olives, jam or other spreads. Its dry, crisp texture also makes it useful as a base for small savoury bites.
It is mainly a carbohydrate source and relatively low in fat. Etimek is also used in Turkish desserts, where the slices absorb syrup and soften beneath layers of cream or pudding. For a simple snack, pair it with cheese or a fresh tomato topping; add moist toppings just before serving if you want it to stay crisp.
Low
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.
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
✓ 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
0.13g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.29g
Omega 6:3 ratio 27:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (27:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.