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Antalya Hibeş Mezesi
Easy 12 min~198 kcal 1/10
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Kayseri Cemen Paste
Fenugreek, garlic, red pepper, and spices become a thick, pungent Kayseri breakfast paste.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 20 min📖 1 min readServes 12~95 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
20 min prep 60 min rest
- Vegan
- #Budget-Friendly
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 1 h 20 min- Prep20 min
- Resting/Marinating1 h
Ingredients
12 servings
Quick:
- 1 su bardağı(~200 ml) Fenugreek powder
- 0.5 su bardağı(~100 ml) Sweet paprika
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Hot pepper powder
- 8 diş Garlic
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Cumin
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Coriander
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) Allspice
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) Black pepper
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) Ginger
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Salt
- 1.3 su bardağı(~260 ml) Water
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Instructions
- 1
Mix the fenugreek powder, sweet paprika, hot pepper powder, cumin, coriander, allspice, black pepper, ginger, and salt.
- 2
Crush the garlic and add it to the spice mixture.
- 3
Pour in the water gradually to make a coarse, thick paste.
- 4
Rest the cemen in a covered container for 1 hour so the spices absorb the water.
1 hr60:00 - 5
Stir before serving and, if needed, loosen with 2 tablespoons of water to a spreadable consistency.
💡 Tip: Resting the cemen rounds the bitterness of fenugreek and balances the garlic aroma.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Set it on the breakfast table with fresh lavash, pastrami slices, and tomatoes.
Nutrition (per serving)
⚠️ Estimated, 73% match~95
kcal calories
4
g protein
13
g carbs
3
g fat
Protein 17%Carbs 55%Fat 28%
GI 9 · Low GIGL 1 · Low GL
0g
Sugar
0.2g
Fiber
390.6mg
Sodium
0g
Saturated fat
⚠️ Nutrition data match is limited for this recipe (73%); values are estimates.
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
1/10Light satiety, you'll get hungry again soon
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FAQ
How many servings does Kayseri Cemen Paste make?
This recipe serves 12.How long does Kayseri Cemen Paste take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 0 minutes, including 60 minutes of passive resting; 80 minutes in total.Is Kayseri Cemen Paste difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Kayseri Cemen Paste have?
Approximately 95 kcal per serving. Protein: 4g, carbs: 13g, fat: 3g.Is Kayseri Cemen Paste allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.How many ingredients does Kayseri Cemen Paste need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.Is Kayseri Cemen Paste filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 1/10; keeps you full only briefly, you may get hungry quickly. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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