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Typically made with cheese-filled filo pastry and fried; energy, fat, and sodium vary with the cheese and cooking method.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 piece (medium) of Börek sticks (50 g) has 165 calories. That works out to 330 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.5 g of carbs, 4.8 g of protein, 9.3 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 8.5 µg of Selenium covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 50 g
165
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
15.5g
· 6% DV
Protein
4.8g
· 10% DV
Fat
9.3g
· 12% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 38% · Protein 12% · Fat 50%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 165 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.3 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 3.1 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 310 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 piece (medium) | 50 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 20 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 83 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 75 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 248 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 330 kcal |
| 4 piece (extra large) | 100 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 150 g | 495 kcal |
Calculated from 330 calories per 100 g.
Börek sticks are usually made by wrapping cheese in thin yufka or filo pastry, then frying or baking the rolls. Cheese fillings vary, and some recipes add herbs or seasonings.
Cut yufka or filo into strips, add a small amount of cheese filling, and roll each strip tightly into a stick, sealing the end with water or egg white. Fry or bake until crisp and golden.
Yes, börek sticks can be baked instead of fried. Brush or spray them lightly with oil and bake until the pastry is golden and crisp, turning them if needed for even browning.
They are closely related: both are thin pastry rolls commonly filled with cheese. Sigara böreği usually refers to a narrower, cigarette-shaped Turkish roll, while börek sticks can be a broader name for similar shapes.
Börek sticks tend to split if they are loosely rolled, overfilled, poorly sealed, or filled with wet cheese. Use a modest amount of filling, seal the edge firmly, and avoid excessively hot oil.
A crumbly, moderately salty white cheese is a classic choice for börek sticks; feta-style cheese or a mix with melting cheese also works. Drain wet cheese first so it does not soften the pastry or leak during cooking.
Yes, börek sticks cook well in an air fryer. Arrange them in a single layer, lightly coat the pastry with oil, and cook until crisp and browned, checking as they cook because appliances vary.
Serve börek sticks with yogurt dip, cacık, or a fresh salad to balance the rich, crisp pastry. They also work as a Turkish-style tea-time snack alongside black tea.
Reheat börek sticks in an oven or air fryer to bring back their crispness. A microwave warms them but often makes the pastry soft, so use it only when texture is not important.
Yes, you can roll börek sticks ahead and keep them covered in the refrigerator until cooking. For the best texture, fry or bake them shortly before serving rather than cooking them far in advance.
Vitamins
B12
0.23µg · 10% DV
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
B3
1.05mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Selenium
8.5µg · 15% DV
Sodium
310mg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
88mg · 13% DV
Calcium
80mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
75mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 165 calories in 2 piece (medium) (50 g):
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Börek sticks are a Turkish börek variation: thin filo-style pastry is wrapped around a savoury filling, often cheese, and shaped into slim rolls. They are commonly fried, though baking is another option. The pastry turns crisp while the filling stays soft and salty.
In Turkey, they are served at breakfast, with tea, or as a meze or hot starter; elsewhere, they make an easy savoury snack or party bite. Cheese contributes protein, while frying can make them relatively rich in fat and energy; they provide 330 calories per 100 g. For a lighter version, bake them and pair with fresh vegetables or a crisp salad.
Low
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Low
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Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.9g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.