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Black Sea-style warm sandwich with cheese and cured meat filling
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Trabzon Kumru Sandwich (220 g) has 636 calories. That works out to 289 calories per 100 g. It contains 65.6 g of carbs, 26.6 g of protein, 29.5 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 48.4 µg of Selenium covers 88% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 61 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 220 g
636
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
65.6g
· 24% DV
Protein
26.6g
· 53% DV
Fat
29.5g
· 38% DV
Fiber
4g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 41% · Protein 17% · Fat 42%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 636 kcal | |
| Total fat | 29.5 g | 38% |
| Saturated fat | 11.22 g | 56% |
| Trans fat | 0.26 g | |
| Sodium | 1716 mg | 75% |
| Total carbohydrate | 65.6 g | 24% |
| Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Protein | 26.6 g | 53% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 220 g | 636 kcal |
| 1 piece (quarter) | 55 g | 159 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 289 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 110 g | 318 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 110 g | 318 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 434 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 220 g | 636 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 867 kcal |
Calculated from 289 calories per 100 g.
A Trabzon Kumru Sandwich is a warm Black Sea-style sandwich filled with cheese and cured meat. Recipes vary by shop, so the bread and exact filling may not be the same everywhere.
A Trabzon Kumru Sandwich is a regional take, while İzmir kumru is especially known for its sesame-covered, chickpea-leavened roll. Their fillings and bread can differ, and the two names do not guarantee an identical sandwich.
Cured meats such as sucuk may be used in a Trabzon Kumru Sandwich, but there is no single fixed filling across all shops. Ask which meat is included if you want to know the exact version being served.
There is no universally required bread for a Trabzon Kumru Sandwich. The Black Sea-style sandwich may use a local sandwich loaf; the practical choice is a bread sturdy enough to hold the filling while warming.
To make a Trabzon Kumru Sandwich at home, fill bread with cheese and cured meat, then toast it until the bread is warm and the cheese has melted. Avoid overfilling so the sandwich heats evenly.
Yes, a Trabzon Kumru Sandwich is typically served warm, often after being toasted or grilled. Heating melts the cheese and warms the cured meat; the exact method depends on the shop or home recipe.
Yes, vegetables can be added to a Trabzon Kumru Sandwich, though the classic idea centers on warm bread, cheese, and cured meat. Tomato or greens can add freshness; add them after toasting if you want to keep them crisp.
A Trabzon Kumru Sandwich goes well with ayran, salad, or pickles. These sides add a cool or fresh contrast to the hot, savory filling, but the sandwich is also commonly eaten on its own.
You can freeze a Trabzon Kumru Sandwich, but the bread and any vegetables may lose texture after thawing. For the best result, freeze it before toasting and add fresh vegetables after reheating.
Make a lighter Trabzon Kumru Sandwich by using less cured meat, adding vegetables, and avoiding extra butter or oil when toasting. You can also serve a smaller portion with salad rather than adding another rich side.
Vitamins
B12
1.56µg · 65% DV
B1
0.68mg · 57% DV
B3
8.36mg · 52% DV
Biotin
11.44µg · 38% DV
Minerals
Selenium
48µg · 87% DV
Sodium
1716mg · 75% DV
Phosphorus
451mg · 64% DV
Calcium
480mg · 48% DV
Potassium ⭐
451mg · 13% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Trabzon Kumru Sandwich is a warm sandwich associated with Trabzon and the Black Sea region of Turkey. It is typically made with bread and a filling of cheese and cured meat, then heated until the cheese softens. Despite the name, it is distinct from the better-known İzmir-style kumru, with its own regional bread and filling traditions.
It is savoury and satisfying, with a soft, warm centre and a substantial bread-and-cheese base. In Turkey, it works well as a quick lunch or a filling snack; elsewhere, serve it hot as an easy meal, perhaps with a simple salad. The bread supplies much of its carbohydrate, while the cheese and meat contribute protein and fat. For a lighter version, use less cured meat and add fresh vegetables.
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.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
11.22g
MONOUNSATURATED
11.77g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.74g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.