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Traditional oven-baked bread, crisp crust, soft interior
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Turkmen bread (120 g) has 300 calories. That works out to 250 calories per 100 g. It contains 60 g of carbs, 10.2 g of protein, 1.4 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 12 µg of Selenium covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
300
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
60g
· 22% DV
Protein
10.2g
· 20% DV
Fat
1.4g
· 2% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 82% · Protein 14% · Fat 4%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 300 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.4 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.24 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 504 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 60 g | 22% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% |
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 piece (medium) | 120 g | 300 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 125 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 60 g | 150 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 60 g | 150 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 200 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 250 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 450 kcal |
Calculated from 250 calories per 100 g.
Turkmen bread is often called çörek or chorek, though spelling and usage can vary. The name refers to a traditional bread rather than one single recipe, and local versions differ in shape and baking technique.
Turkmen bread is usually made from wheat flour, water, yeast, and salt. Some recipes add oil or other ingredients, but the defining features are its shaped dough, patterned surface, and oven-baked crust.
Traditionally, Turkmen bread is baked in a hot clay oven called a tamdyr, similar in principle to a tandoor. The dough may be placed against the oven wall, where strong heat gives it a browned crust.
The pattern is traditionally pressed into the dough with a bread stamp before baking. It decorates the loaf and helps keep the center from puffing up too much in the intense oven heat.
No, Turkmen bread is not the same as naan. Both can be oven-baked wheat breads, but Turkmen bread is commonly round and marked with a distinctive central pattern, while naan has its own dough styles and regional forms.
Yes, many traditional recipes for Turkmen bread use yeast to raise the dough. Recipes vary, so the texture and thickness can differ, but leavened dough is common in the soft-centered style.
Turkmen bread is served with soups, meat dishes, and other savory foods, and it can also accompany tea. Its sturdy crust makes it useful for scooping up sauces or dipping into a meal.
Keep Turkmen bread at room temperature in a bread box or cloth bag once it has cooled. A sealed plastic bag helps retain softness, but traps moisture and can make the crust less crisp.
Yes, Turkmen bread freezes well. Let it cool completely, wrap it tightly or place it in a freezer bag, and freeze it in portions so you can thaw only what you plan to eat.
Warm Turkmen bread briefly in an oven to refresh its crust and soften the inside. If it has become dry, lightly dampen the surface first; avoid prolonged heating, which can make the bread tough.
Vitamins
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
B3
1.44mg · 9% DV
Folate
36µg · 9% DV
B5
0.3mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Sodium
504mg · 22% DV
Selenium
12µg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.48mg · 21% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
108mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Turkmen bread is a traditional bread from Turkmenistan, made from dough and baked in an oven. It is often shaped into a round, substantial loaf: the crust turns crisp and browned while the centre stays soft. Its exact shape and finish can vary between regions and bakers.
In Turkmenistan, it is served alongside everyday meals, including soups and stews, and can be torn and shared at the table. Elsewhere, it works just as well with breakfast spreads, dips or a simple sandwich. Turkmen bread is chiefly a source of carbohydrates, with relatively little fat and some protein and fibre. Pair it with vegetables, beans or eggs for a more filling, balanced meal.
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.
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
0.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.16g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.