Turkey · Western Asia
Somun
A round everyday household loaf found across Turkey and the Balkans, mixed to a medium hydration and baked hot enough to dome without growing a thick crust.
Method
Deck Oven
Hydration
63%
water to flour
Glycemic index
74
High GI
Energy
278 kcal
per 100 g
Sensory profile
- sourness
- 2
- sweetness
- 1
- crispiness
- 3
- chewiness
- 5
- aroma
- 5
- moistness
- 6
Scale 0–10
Nutrition
per 100 g| Energy | 278 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 8.6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 54 g |
| of which sugars | 1 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Fiber | 2.1 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
Typical values; recipes vary.
Texture
- Soft pillowy crumb
- Golden domed crust
Typical ingredients
- Wheat Flour
- Water
- Yeast
- Salt
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