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Thin yufka softened with chicken broth; moderate carbs, low-to-moderate fat, can be sodium-rich.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Yufka soaked with chicken broth (120 g) has 258 calories. That works out to 215 calories per 100 g. It contains 42.5 g of carbs, 8.2 g of protein, 5.9 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 19.2 µg of Selenium covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
258
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
42.5g
· 15% DV
Protein
8.2g
· 16% DV
Fat
5.9g
· 8% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 66% · Protein 13% · Fat 21%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 258 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.9 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.14 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 408 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 42.5 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 8.2 g | 16% |
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 | 258 kcal |
| 1 piece (quarter) | 45 g | 97 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 90 g | 194 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 215 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 140 g | 301 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 387 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 240 g | 516 kcal |
Calculated from 215 calories per 100 g.
Yufka soaked with chicken broth is thin Turkish flatbread softened with chicken broth. It can be served as a simple savory dish or topped with shredded chicken, yogurt, or seasonings.
To make yufka soaked with chicken broth, tear the yufka into pieces and spoon warm broth over them gradually. Stop once the bread is soft but still holds its shape; too much broth makes it mushy.
Yufka soaked with chicken broth works well topped with shredded cooked chicken and black pepper. Yogurt or a fresh salad on the side adds contrast to the soft, savory bread.
Homemade chicken broth is a good choice for yufka soaked with chicken broth, but store-bought broth also works. Taste it first, since salty broth can make the finished dish too salty.
Keep yufka soaked with chicken broth from getting soggy by adding the broth a little at a time and serving it soon after preparation. Use only enough liquid to soften the yufka, not saturate it.
Yes, shredded cooked chicken is a common and practical topping for yufka soaked with chicken broth. Add it after softening the yufka so the pieces stay distinct rather than breaking apart as you stir.
Yufka soaked with chicken broth can be refrigerated in a covered container and eaten within two days. Chill it promptly rather than leaving it at room temperature, and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Yes, you can reheat yufka soaked with chicken broth in a pan or microwave until hot. If it has dried out, add a small splash of broth; adding too much will turn the yufka mushy.
Freezing yufka soaked with chicken broth is not ideal because the softened bread can become watery and fall apart when thawed. For better texture, freeze the yufka and broth separately, then combine them when serving.
Yufka soaked with chicken broth is usually served as softened bread rather than as a bowl of soup. Add shredded chicken to make it more substantial, or use less broth if you want the pieces to stay firmer.
Vitamins
B3
2.28mg · 14% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
Folate
33.6µg · 8% DV
Biotin
2.4µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Selenium
19µg · 35% DV
Manganese
0.5mg · 22% DV
Sodium
408mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
94mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
110mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Yufka soaked with chicken broth is made by softening thin Turkish yufka—a pliable flatbread— in warm chicken broth. It is a simple way to turn the bread into a tender, savoury base, with the broth adding flavour and moisture rather than making it crisp.
Serve it warm, either on its own or topped with shredded chicken; yoghurt or a fresh salad makes a good accompaniment. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich dish, with some protein, while its saltiness depends on the broth used. For a lighter version, skip added oil and choose a homemade broth with restrained salt.
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
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
1.14g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.62g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 34.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (34.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.