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Traditional Turkish dessert made with pistachios, syrup, and thin pastry
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
430
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
55g
· 52%
Protein
6.5g
· 6%
Fat
20g
· 42%
Fiber
2.5g
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.5mg · 10% DV
B2
0.12mg · 9% DV
B5
0.4mg · 8% DV
B6
0.13mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
85mg · 12% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Magnesium
35mg · 8% DV
Calcium
55mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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
7.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 44:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (44:1).
Its tightly twisted sheets of pastry create more exposed, airy layers. When baked properly, this structure helps the outside stay particularly crisp.
Keep it in a sealed container at room temperature in a cool, dry place. Refrigeration often makes syrup-soaked pastry lose its crisp texture.
Cooked, syrup-soaked Burma baklava can be frozen, although it may be less crisp after thawing. Freeze individual portions in an airtight container and thaw them at room temperature.
A brief warming in a low-to-moderate oven can restore some surface crispness without scorching the syrup. A microwave is more likely to make the pastry softer.
Unsweetened Turkish coffee, plain tea, or espresso can balance its rich syrupy sweetness. Sweet drinks alongside it can make the overall flavor feel overly sugary.
Plain yogurt can balance the syrup with a cool, lightly tangy flavor. It can also make a small dessert serving feel more satisfying.
Its syrupy, fatty texture may feel heavy right before exercise. If you choose to have it, a small serving after training or after a main meal is often more comfortable.
It will not disrupt everyone’s sleep, but a large late-night serving may trigger reflux, indigestion, or thirst. A small portion is the more comfortable choice if eaten in the evening.
Whether it fits depends on the individual treatment plan, but syrup-based desserts can raise blood glucose quickly and need careful portion control. People with diabetes should discuss frequency and serving size with their clinician or dietitian.
Nuts provide beneficial fats and other nutrients, but they do not make this a food to eat without limits. Because it also contains syrup, refined flour, and added fat, it is best treated as an occasional dessert.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.