Mesudiye Dry Bread / Mesudiye Goliti

Mesudiye dry bread, also known as “Mesudiye goliti,” is a traditional bakery product unique to the Mesudiye district of Ordu province, Türkiye. Registered with a geographical indication sign of origin under the Industrial Property Law No. 6769, it was officially protected on November 21, 2022. The registration was carried out by the Ordu Metropolitan Municipality. The bread has a slightly cracked and matte surface, and its dried structure ensures long-term durability.

Mesudiye dry bread is produced in a ring shape with an outer diameter of 25–30 cm and an inner diameter of 15–20 cm. Depending on preference, it can be cut into 10–15 cm pieces for full drying. Each bread weighs 100–150 grams. It can be consumed dry or rehydrated.

Physicochemical properties include:

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

The product contains no spoilage-preventing additives (e.g., benzoic acid, sorbic acid).

Mesudiye dry bread is produced exclusively within the Mesudiye district. For approximately 25 kg of bread, the ingredients are:

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

The dough is kneaded by hand or machine for 25 minutes and left to ferment for 15–20 minutes. It is then divided into 300 g portions, rested for 10 minutes, and shaped into rings by hand. The bread undergoes a three-stage baking process in a stone oven at 170°C: first baking (15 minutes), second baking (15 minutes), and tempering (15 minutes). Finally, the bread is dried at 50°C for 4–5 hours. Cooling takes 30–60 minutes.

The product is packaged in airtight, food-safe containers in 1–2 kg packages. When stored in a cool, dry environment, its shelf life is 3–5 years.

Mesudiye dry bread holds a significant place in the region’s culinary culture. Its reputation is directly tied to its geographical origin, requiring all production stages to occur within the Mesudiye district.

Inspections are coordinated by the Ordu Metropolitan Municipality, with participation from experts of the Mesudiye Municipality and the Ordu Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry. Conducted at least once a year, inspections verify ingredient compliance, adherence to the production method, and proper use of the sign of origin. Non-compliance and necessary measures are reported to relevant individuals or entities. Inspection reports are submitted to the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office.