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Traditional fermented grain-and-yogurt based snack
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Wet tarhana cracker (30 g) has 53 calories. That works out to 177 calories per 100 g. It contains 9 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 0.6 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 5.4 µg of Selenium covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 30 g
53
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
9g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.8g
· 4% DV
Fat
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 74% · Protein 15% · Fat 11%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 53 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.6 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.33 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 234 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 1.8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 8 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 10 g | 18 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 16 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 25 g | 44 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 32 g | 57 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 89 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 177 kcal |
Calculated from 177 calories per 100 g.
Wet tarhana cracker is a traditional snack made from a fermented grain-and-yogurt mixture. Unlike dry tarhana powder intended for soup, it has a moist, softer texture and is served as a food to eat rather than as a soup base.
Wet tarhana cracker is made by fermenting a mixture that includes grain and yogurt, then shaping it; the final preparation can vary. It is a traditional food, but fermentation and shaping mean it is processed rather than an unprepared grain.
Wet tarhana cracker sold as a snack is generally eaten without further cooking. Follow any preparation directions on its packaging; if it is homemade, make sure it has been fully prepared and stored safely before serving.
Wet tarhana cracker is a snack with a moist, more solid texture, while tarhana soup is made by cooking tarhana with liquid. You usually eat the cracker as it is rather than dissolving it into a soup.
Wet tarhana cracker can be served on its own or alongside simple savory foods such as cheese, olives, or fresh vegetables. Its fermented, yogurt-based flavor also makes it a suitable snack with tea.
Wet tarhana cracker can have a tangy, fermented flavor because its grain-and-yogurt mixture is fermented. The strength of that taste varies with the recipe, so it may be noticeable without being sharply sour.
Wet tarhana cracker can accompany a meal, but it is a snack rather than a direct substitute for bread in every dish. Its moist texture and fermented flavor work best with simple savory pairings, not as a neutral base.
Keep wet tarhana cracker in a sealed container in the refrigerator after opening and eat it soon. Because it is moist and contains yogurt, do not leave it at room temperature for long; follow any storage directions on the package.
Yes, you can freeze wet tarhana cracker in airtight portions. Thaw it in the refrigerator; freezing and thawing may change its moist texture, so avoid refreezing it once thawed.
You can briefly warm wet tarhana cracker in an oven, but it may become firmer rather than evenly crisp because of its moisture. Warm a small portion first and avoid prolonged heating, which can dry it out.
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1.2µg · 4% DV
B3
0.63mg · 4% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
234mg · 10% DV
Selenium
5.4µg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
50mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
72mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 53 calories in 1 serving (medium) (30 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Wet tarhana cracker is a moist, snackable form of tarhana, the fermented grain-and-yogurt mixture best known as the base for a tangy Turkish soup. Unlike fully dried tarhana, this version retains moisture and can have a softer bite, though texture varies by recipe. In Turkey it may be eaten on its own between meals, served with tea, or put alongside a simple home-cooked meal. Its gently sour, fermented flavour pairs well with plain yogurt or other mild accompaniments.
It is mainly a source of carbohydrate from the grain, with relatively little fat and some protein. For a more filling snack, serve it with yogurt; if you are watching the overall energy of a meal, keep richer dips and toppings modest.
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.
Low
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
✓ 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
0.33g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.45g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.39g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.