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Traditional Turkish pastry
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Burdur katmer (120 g) has 398 calories. That works out to 332 calories per 100 g. It contains 53.6 g of carbs, 9.7 g of protein, 16.7 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 22.8 µg of Selenium covers 41% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
398
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
53.6g
· 19% DV
Protein
9.7g
· 19% DV
Fat
16.7g
· 21% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 10% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 398 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.7 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 5.76 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 492 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrate | 53.6 g | 19% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 9.7 g | 19% |
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) | 120 g | 398 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 45 g | 149 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 232 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 70 g | 232 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 90 g | 299 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 332 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 598 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 240 g | 797 kcal |
Calculated from 332 calories per 100 g.
Burdur katmer is a traditional layered pastry associated with Burdur, a province in southwestern Turkey. Thinly rolled dough is folded with fat and baked; it is generally a plain or savory pastry rather than the syrupy dessert often associated with other Turkish katmer styles.
Burdur katmer comes from Burdur in southwestern Turkey and is part of the region’s local food tradition. Recipes can differ between bakeries and households, so the exact dough and seasoning are not identical everywhere.
Burdur katmer is generally a simple, layered pastry, while Gaziantep katmer is widely known as a sweet dessert filled with cream, pistachios and sugar. The two share a name and layered-dough idea, but differ in filling, sweetness and how they are served.
Burdur katmer is made from dough, typically using flour, with fat between the folds. Some recipes include tahini, but ingredients vary by recipe and producer. It is not necessarily filled with the cream and pistachios used in Gaziantep-style dessert katmer.
Burdur katmer is usually a plain or mildly savory pastry, not a syrup-soaked sweet. Its taste can vary with the recipe, but the sweet, cream-and-pistachio-filled version is more characteristic of Gaziantep katmer.
Burdur katmer is often eaten on its own or alongside breakfast foods such as cheese and olives. Tea makes a natural pairing. Since the pastry is rich and layered, a simple savory accompaniment works better than another heavy dish.
Yes, you can bake Burdur katmer in a regular home oven; a traditional griddle is not essential. Arrange the folded pastry on a baking tray and bake until browned. Watch it near the end, since oven temperatures and pastry thickness vary.
Let leftover Burdur katmer cool, then keep it in a sealed container in the refrigerator. The layers may soften during storage, so it is best eaten fresh. Reheat leftovers before serving to improve the texture.
Reheat Burdur katmer in an oven or a dry pan to bring back some crispness in its layers. A microwave is quicker but tends to soften the pastry. Heat it briefly and check often so it does not dry out.
People with diabetes can include Burdur katmer in a meal, but its flour-based pastry can raise blood sugar, so portion size and what it is eaten with matter. If you use glucose-lowering medication or need a personal meal plan, ask your clinician or dietitian.
Vitamins
Biotin
6µg · 20% DV
B1
0.23mg · 19% DV
B3
2.52mg · 16% DV
B2
0.17mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Selenium
23µg · 42% DV
Sodium
492mg · 21% DV
Manganese
0.49mg · 21% DV
Phosphorus
130mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
142mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Burdur katmer is a traditional layered pastry from Burdur, in southwestern Turkey. It is made by rolling dough thin, brushing or folding it with fat, then baking it until the outside is golden and the inside remains tender and flaky. Some local versions include tahini, while others are kept plain.
In Turkey, it is commonly enjoyed warm at breakfast or with tea as a snack, and can sit alongside simple breakfast foods. Its flour-and-fat base makes it filling and energy-dense, with comparatively modest fibre. Pair it with fresh vegetables or greens for a lighter plate, or enjoy a smaller piece with tea.
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.76g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.76g
Omega 6:3 ratio 42:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (42:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.