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Thin yufka flatbread spread with spicy çemen paste
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Yufka with çemen (60 g) has 162 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 27 g of carbs, 4.5 g of protein, 3.9 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
162
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
27g
· 10% DV
Protein
4.5g
· 9% DV
Fat
3.9g
· 5% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 11% · Fat 22%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 162 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.9 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.66 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% |
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) | 60 g | 162 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 30 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 45 g | 122 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 243 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 324 kcal |
Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.
Yufka with çemen is thin Turkish yufka flatbread spread with a savory, spicy paste called çemen, then folded or rolled for eating. The paste often has garlic, red pepper and fenugreek, though its exact ingredients vary by recipe.
To make Yufka with çemen, spread a thin layer of çemen paste over a sheet of yufka, then fold or roll it. If the paste is stiff, loosen it with a little oil or water so it spreads without tearing the flatbread.
Çemen gives Yufka with çemen a bold, savory flavor that is commonly garlicky, peppery and aromatic. Fenugreek can add a slightly bitter, earthy note. The balance varies, so start with a thin spread if you have not tried it before.
No. Yufka with çemen is flatbread spread with a seasoned paste, while pastırma is cured, air-dried meat traditionally coated with a çemen-based mixture. They share a familiar flavor, but the bread dish contains no pastırma unless it is added separately.
Yufka with çemen is usually folded or rolled and eaten by hand, either at room temperature or gently warmed. Cut it into smaller pieces to serve as a snack or appetizer, especially if the çemen paste has a strong garlic or pepper flavor.
Serve Yufka with çemen with plain yogurt, ayran, fresh vegetables or a mild soup. These simple sides complement the paste's bold seasoning without competing with it; olives or cheese can also make it part of a more substantial spread.
Yes, warm Yufka with çemen briefly in a dry pan over low to medium heat. A short warming softens the yufka and brings out the paste's aroma. Avoid prolonged or high-heat cooking, which can dry the bread or scorch the çemen.
Yufka with çemen uses thin, flexible yufka, while çemenli ekmek is typically made with a thicker bread base. The topping may be similar, but the different bread changes the texture: yufka is easier to fold or roll.
Keep leftover Yufka with çemen in a sealed container in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. The flatbread may soften as it absorbs moisture from the paste; briefly warming it in a pan can improve its texture before serving.
Yes, you can freeze Yufka with çemen in a well-sealed container, separating pieces so they do not stick together. Thaw it in the refrigerator and warm it gently in a pan; the yufka may be softer than when freshly made.
Vitamins
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Biotin
1.5µg · 5% DV
B3
0.66mg · 4% DV
B5
0.18mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Sodium
252mg · 11% DV
Manganese
0.18mg · 8% DV
Selenium
3.6µg · 7% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
66mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Yufka with çemen pairs thin Turkish yufka—a soft, unleavened flatbread—with a bold, spiced paste. Çemen is commonly made with fenugreek, garlic and red pepper, and is also familiar as the flavourful coating on Turkish pastırma. The result is a simple, savoury preparation rather than a filled or baked pastry.
In Turkey, it can be eaten at breakfast, alongside tea, or as a quick bite during the day. The yufka makes it mainly a carbohydrate-based food, while the çemen brings a concentrated garlicky heat. For a lighter meal, spread the paste sparingly and serve it with fresh vegetables or plain yogurt; it also works well beside eggs or cheese.
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
✓ 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
0.66g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.78g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.