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Boyoz Calories
Traditional pastry from İzmir, Turkey, flaky and rich, often eaten for breakfast.
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Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Boyoz (70 g) has 259 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 31.5 g of carbs, 4.9 g of protein, 12.6 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 273 mg of Sodium covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
What is Boyoz?
Boyoz is a flaky, usually plain pastry closely associated with İzmir, on Turkey’s Aegean coast. It is made by layering and folding dough with oil, and its history in the city is often linked to the influence of Sephardic Jewish cooking.
The outside bakes golden and crisp, while the inside stays soft and layered. In İzmir, boyoz is a popular breakfast, commonly served with a boiled egg and tea; elsewhere, it can be enjoyed as a savoury snack with coffee or tea. It is filling and relatively rich in both flour and fat, with 370 calories per 100 grams. Pair it with egg and fresh vegetables for a more balanced breakfast.
Boyoz Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
370
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
45g
· 16% DV
Protein
7g
· 14% DV
Fat
18g
· 23% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 8% · Fat 43%
Boyoz Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.18mg · 15% DV
B2
0.12mg · 9% DV
B3
1.5mg · 9% DV
B5
0.35mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Sodium
390mg · 17% DV
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
65mg · 9% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
How Nutritious Is Boyoz?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
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.
Boyoz Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Boyoz
To burn the 370 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Is Boyoz Processed?
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.
Does Boyoz Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Boyoz Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Boyoz Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 70:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (70:1).
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Frequently Asked Questions About Boyoz
What is Boyoz?
Boyoz is a flaky, oil-rich pastry associated with İzmir, Turkey. It is usually baked without a filling and is especially popular as a breakfast food, often bought fresh from a bakery.
Where did Boyoz originate?
Boyoz is closely associated with İzmir and is commonly linked to the city’s Sephardic Jewish culinary heritage. It became a hallmark of local bakery culture and is now widely eaten as an İzmir-style breakfast pastry.
How is Boyoz traditionally made?
Traditional Boyoz is made by rolling out dough, coating and folding it into layers, then shaping and baking it. The repeated folding creates its flaky texture; the pastry is commonly served plain rather than filled.
What is inside Boyoz?
Classic Boyoz usually has no filling: its flavor and texture come from the layered, oil-coated dough. Some bakeries sell variations with additions such as tahini, but a plain Boyoz is the traditional style associated with İzmir.
How do you eat Boyoz?
Boyoz is usually eaten warm, often by hand, as part of breakfast. In İzmir, a familiar way to serve it is alongside a hard-boiled egg and tea, though it can also be enjoyed on its own.
Why is Boyoz served with a hard-boiled egg?
A hard-boiled egg is a traditional accompaniment to Boyoz in İzmir. The pairing is a familiar local breakfast combination, and bakeries often sell or serve the pastry with an egg rather than treating it as a filled pastry.
What does Boyoz taste like?
Boyoz tastes rich and savory, with a crisp, flaky outside and a softer, layered interior. Plain Boyoz has no sweet filling, so it is usually enjoyed as a savory pastry with tea or a hard-boiled egg.
How is Boyoz different from börek?
Boyoz is typically a small, plain pastry whose defining feature is its tightly layered dough. Börek is a broader family of pastries, often made with yufka and filled with ingredients such as cheese or meat.
How do you reheat Boyoz without making it soggy?
Reheat Boyoz in an oven until warmed through to help preserve its flaky exterior. A microwave can soften the layers, so use it only for convenience and heat the pastry briefly.
Can you freeze Boyoz?
Yes, Boyoz can be frozen after it has cooled. Wrap it well to limit exposure to air, then thaw and warm it in the oven before serving; oven reheating helps bring back some crispness.
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