Apikoğlu Dana Sucuk (fermente edilmiş)

The barcode 8697420920364 is associated with "Apikoğlu Dana Sucuk" (fermented beef sausage), a type of Turkish sucuk—a spiced, air-dried or fermented sausage made from beef (or sometimes lamb). Below are the details available based on general knowledge about this product and its category:

Product Overview

• Type: Fermented meat sausage (sucuk), typically consumed as a snack or ingredient in dishes.

• Key Characteristics:

  • Made from beef (possibly mixed with pork or other meats in some recipes).
  • Contains spices (paprika, garlic, black pepper, etc.) and fermentation agents (e.g., Lactobacillus bacteria).
  • Often smoked or air-dried to extend shelf life.
  • High in sodium (due to curing salts) and protein, but also fat (varies by recipe).
  • Texture: Firm, slightly chewy, with a strong, pungent aroma from fermentation.

• Fermentation Process:

  • Fermentation preserves the meat and enhances flavor, but it may also introduce microbiome changes in the gut if consumed in excess.
  • Some traditional sucuk contains nitrites/nitrates (from curing salts), which can form nitrosamines (potentially carcinogenic at high levels).

Potential Warnings/Concerns

1. High Sodium Content:
   • Fermented meats like sucuk are rich in sodium (often >1,000 mg per 100g), which can contribute to hypertension if consumed regularly in large amounts.
   • The WHO recommends limiting processed meats due to links to colorectal cancer (IARC Group 1 carcinogen).