Jachnun

Serving: 1 jachnun (~120 g)

Jachnun is a Yemenite slow-baked rolled dough, cooked overnight until soft and golden. It is a Shabbat-morning classic, usually eaten with grated tomato, a hard-boiled egg and zhug.

Nutrition per serving

380

Calories

8 g

Protein

50 g

Carbs

17 g

Fat

Good to know

The long, low bake gives it a dense, slightly sweet character.
Most of the fat comes from the margarine or butter rolled into the dough.
The grated tomato and egg alongside add protein and freshness for few extra calories.

Logging tip

Snap the whole plate — the egg, tomato and zhug are part of the meal, and Nishnush adds them in.

Common questions

How many calories are in jachnun? +

One jachnun (~120 g) has around 380 calories — roughly 50 g carbs, 17 g fat and 8 g protein.

Is jachnun fattening? +

It is carb- and fat-rich, so portion matters. One piece with tomato and egg is a reasonable breakfast; two or three with extra spreads add up quickly.

Estimate for the serving shown — actual values vary by recipe and portion. Photograph your plate in Nishnush for a count tuned to it.