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Turkish filo-pastry pie filled with diced and minced meat; provides carbohydrates, protein, and fat.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Borek with Diced and Minced Meat (150 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 3 calories per 100 g. It contains 45.8 g of carbs, 17.3 g of protein, 21.3 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its 1.2 µg of B12 covers 50% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 150 g
5
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
45.8g
· 17% DV
Protein
17.3g
· 35% DV
Fat
21.3g
· 27% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 41% · Protein 16% · Fat 43%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 21.3 g | 27% |
| Saturated fat | 6.9 g | 35% |
| Trans fat | 0.3 g | |
| Sodium | 765 mg | 33% |
| Total carbohydrate | 45.8 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% |
| Protein | 17.3 g | 35% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 3 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 slice (medium) | 100 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 8 kcal |
Calculated from 3 calories per 100 g.
Borek with diced and minced meat is a Turkish filo-pastry pie filled with both small pieces of meat and ground meat. It may be layered or rolled, then baked until the pastry is browned and crisp.
To make borek with diced and minced meat, cook the diced meat and ground meat with onion and seasoning, then cool the filling. Layer or roll it in filo pastry with a little oil or butter, and bake until golden.
Yes, cook the meat for borek with diced and minced meat before assembling it. This helps the diced pieces become tender, removes excess liquid that could make filo soggy, and keeps the filling from being undercooked when the pastry is ready.
Keep borek with diced and minced meat from getting soggy by draining excess liquid from the cooked filling and letting it cool before assembling. Avoid covering the baked borek while it is hot, since trapped steam softens the pastry.
Borek with diced and minced meat is traditionally made with thin filo pastry. Brush or layer the sheets with oil or melted butter so they bake into crisp layers, and handle the filo gently because it dries out quickly.
Borek with diced and minced meat uses both ground meat and small, tender pieces of meat; beef or lamb are common choices. Cut the pieces small so they cook evenly and the filling is easy to portion.
Yes, borek with diced and minced meat freezes well after baking. Cool it completely, wrap individual portions airtight, and freeze; reheat from thawed in an oven to bring back some crispness.
Reheat borek with diced and minced meat in an oven or toaster oven until warmed through. These methods help the filo regain its crisp texture, while a microwave heats it quickly but usually leaves the pastry softer.
Serve borek with diced and minced meat with a crisp salad, yogurt, or ayran, the Turkish yogurt drink. These fresh, cooling sides complement the savory filling and make the pastry easier to serve as a meal.
Borek with diced and minced meat contains both ground meat and small chunks, while minced-meat borek typically uses ground meat alone. The diced pieces give this version a more varied, substantial texture in every slice.
Vitamins
B12
1.2µg · 50% DV
B3
3.15mg · 20% DV
B1
0.18mg · 15% DV
B6
0.24mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Selenium
26µg · 47% DV
Sodium
765mg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
206mg · 29% DV
Zinc
2.55mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
308mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 5 calories in 1 piece (medium) (150 g):
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Borek with Diced and Minced Meat is a Turkish-style savoury pastry made with thin sheets of yufka or filo, filled with both chopped pieces of meat and minced meat. The filling may be seasoned with onion and spices, with recipes varying between households and regions.
Baked until golden, it has crisp pastry around a tender, hearty centre. In Turkey it can be served warm as part of a meal, or sliced for breakfast and tea; yoghurt or ayran makes a refreshing accompaniment. The pastry contributes most of the carbohydrates, while the meat adds protein, and the dish also contains fat. Pair a piece with salad for a more balanced, lighter meal.
Low
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High
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
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
— Not 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
6.9g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.05g
Omega 6:3 ratio 23:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (23:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.