Mesudiye Dry Bread

Mesudiye Dry Bread / Mesudiye Goliti is a traditional baked product unique to the Mesudiye district of Ordu Province, shaped in a ring form and dried using traditional methods. Made from bread wheat flour, dry yeast, salt, and water, it is gradually baked and dried in stone ovens and can be stored for long periods without any additives. The Mesudiye Dry Bread has an outer diameter of 25–30 cm and an inner diameter of 15–20 cm and can be consumed either dry or after soaking.

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Mesudiye Dry Bread is a ring-shaped bread made from bread wheat flour, dry yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae), salt, and water. Its outer diameter ranges from 25 to 30 cm and its inner diameter from 15 to 20 cm. During production, it may optionally be divided into pieces 10–15 cm in length. The product weighs approximately 100–150 grams. Although typically consumed in its dried state, it can also be eaten after soaking. No preservatives such as benzoic acid or sorbic acid are used in its production.

Some physicochemical properties of the product are as follows:

• Acidity: 3.06–4.96 ml/100 g
• Salt content: 2.16–2.39%
• Crude ash content: 2.65–2.80%
• Moisture content: 4.75–9.32%

The traditional production of Mesudiye Dry Bread is planned to yield approximately 25 kg of bread.

The following ingredients are used for this quantity:

• 35 kg bread wheat flour
• 20 litres water
• 100 g dry yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae)
• 500 g salt

The ingredients are mixed in a dough mixer or by hand for approximately 25 minutes with warm water to produce a homogeneous and soft dough. After fermentation for 15–20 minutes, the dough is divided into 300 g portions and allowed to rest for an additional 10 minutes.

The portions are opened by hand into ring shapes with an outer diameter of 35–45 cm and an inner diameter of 25–30 cm. These dough rings are first baked for 15 minutes in a stone oven preheated to 170°C to achieve partial baking. After cooling, the products are baked again for 15 minutes. They are then left inside the oven for 15 minutes to temper. After removal from the oven, the final outer diameter measures 25–30 cm and the inner diameter 15–20 cm.

For complete drying, the bread is placed in a stone oven at 50°C for 4–5 hours. If necessary, it may be cut into 10–15 cm pieces before drying. After removal from the oven, the bread is cooled for 30–60 minutes. It is then packaged in airtight, food-safe packaging in 1–2 kg units for sale. When stored under cool and dry conditions, its shelf life may range from three to five years.

Mesudiye Dry Bread / Goliti is a traditional baked product produced in the Mesudiye district of Ordu Province, Türkiye, commonly known as dried ring bread. It was officially registered on 22 November 2022 under registration number 1262 as a geographical indication in the category of certification mark. The registration process was carried out by the Ordu Metropolitan Municipality, and the product is defined within the geographical boundaries of the Mesudiye district of Ordu Province.

Mesudiye Dry Bread / Goliti is typically consumed dry or soaked and softened for use in various dishes. It bears the inscription "Mesudiye Dry Bread / Mesudiye Goliti" and the certification mark emblem. If these markings cannot be placed directly on the product, they must be prominently displayed within the production facility.

The product may be produced only within the boundaries of the Mesudiye district of Ordu Province. This geographical link is justified by the uniqueness of the production techniques to the region and the product’s long-standing tradition in local cuisine. All stages of production must occur within the specified geographical boundaries.

The monitoring process is coordinated by the Ordu Metropolitan Municipality, and the monitoring body consists of at least three experts representing the Ordu Metropolitan Municipality, Mesudiye Municipality, and the Ordu Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry. Monitoring inspections are conducted regularly at least once per year. Additional inspections may be carried out as needed or upon complaint. The results of inspections are reported in accordance with Law No. 6769 on Industrial Property and submitted by the Ordu Metropolitan Municipality to the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office.

During inspections, compliance is verified regarding the suitability of ingredients used in production, adherence to the prescribed production methods—particularly the drying process—and the presence of the inscription "Mesudiye Dry Bread / Mesudiye Goliti" and the certification mark emblem on the product. Any deficiencies or non-compliance identified during inspections are reported to the relevant individual, institution, or organization. The monitoring body may also obtain support or services from institutions or individuals in the public or private sector as needed. The institution responsible for registering the geographical indication is accountable for safeguarding the rights associated with the indication and for conducting necessary legal procedures.