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Spiced, strong brewed coffee
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (small) of Turkish coffee with ginger (65 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 7 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.8 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (small) · 65 g
5
KCAL / 65G
Carbs
0.8g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 65% · Protein 16% · Fat 19%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.06 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.3 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.8 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% |
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 cup (small) | 65 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra small) | 50 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 60 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 75 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 90 g | 6 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 7 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 130 g | 9 kcal |
Calculated from 7 calories per 100 g.
Turkish coffee with ginger is made by simmering finely ground coffee, water and a little ground ginger together in a cezve. Stir the ingredients while cold, then heat gently without stirring until the foam rises, and pour into a small cup.
Yes, Turkish coffee with ginger contains caffeine because ginger does not remove the caffeine in the coffee. The amount varies with how much coffee is used and how the cup is prepared.
Yes, fresh ginger can be used in Turkish coffee with ginger, though finely ground ginger is easier to mix evenly. Grated fresh ginger may leave fibrous pieces in the cup and can give the drink a sharper, more pungent flavor.
Turkish coffee with ginger tastes like strong, roasted coffee with a warm, peppery ginger note. A small amount adds fragrance without hiding the coffee; using more makes the spicy flavor much more pronounced.
Ginger can make the foam in Turkish coffee with ginger less predictable, especially if you add coarse or fresh pieces. Use a small amount of finely ground ginger, mix it with the coffee and cold water, then heat slowly without stirring.
Turkish coffee with ginger is not automatically stronger in caffeine than regular Turkish coffee; adding ginger does not increase the coffee’s caffeine. It may taste more intense or warming because ginger adds a sharp spice note.
Turkish coffee with ginger is not a proven treatment for nausea. Ginger may ease nausea for some people, but coffee can bother a sensitive stomach, so this drink may not feel soothing to everyone.
Turkish coffee with ginger is best enjoyed when you want a caffeinated drink and its spicy aroma, often earlier in the day. Its caffeine can interfere with sleep, particularly for people who are sensitive to it.
Yes, you can sweeten Turkish coffee with ginger. Add sugar to the cezve before heating, along with the coffee and water; a little sweetness can soften the ginger’s sharpness without masking the coffee completely.
Turkish coffee with ginger is best served freshly brewed rather than reheated. As it sits, the grounds settle and the aroma fades, while reheating can make the coffee taste harsher; prepare only as much as you plan to drink.
Vitamins
B3
0.33mg · 2% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B5
0.02mg · 0% DV
Biotin
0.07µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.03mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
5.85mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
36mg · 1% DV
Sodium
1.3mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 5 calories in 1 cup (small) (65 g):
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Turkish coffee with ginger is made by simmering finely ground coffee with water in a small pot, often called a cezve, with ginger added for warmth and a gently peppery note. The coffee is served unfiltered, so the grounds settle at the bottom of the cup rather than being drunk.
In Turkey, Turkish coffee is commonly offered in small cups with a glass of water, after a meal or when welcoming guests; ginger gives this version a spiced twist. It can be served plain or sweetened to taste. Without added sugar, it remains very low in calories—about 7 per 100 g—so it suits those who want a strong coffee with a little extra fragrance. Start with a modest amount of ginger if you prefer the coffee flavour to lead.
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 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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.06g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.