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Cantik with Kavurma: Turkish baked pastry with braised beef filling
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Cantik with Kavurma (120 g) has 324 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 36 g of carbs, 13.2 g of protein, 13.2 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
324
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
36g
· 13% DV
Protein
13.2g
· 26% DV
Fat
13.2g
· 17% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 17% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 324 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.2 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 4.92 g | 25% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 492 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrate | 36 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Protein | 13.2 g | 26% |
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 | 324 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 60 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 216 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 405 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 486 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 648 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 250 g | 675 kcal |
Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.
Cantik with Kavurma is a Turkish baked pastry made with dough topped or filled with kavurma, braised beef. It is a meat-filled version of cantik, a small, commonly round bakery item associated with Bursa.
No, Cantik with Kavurma is not simply another name for pide. Cantik is typically smaller and rounder, while many Turkish pides are longer and boat-shaped; both can be topped or filled with meat.
Cantik with Kavurma is made by shaping dough into small rounds, adding cooked kavurma, and baking it in a hot oven. Bakery and home recipes vary in the dough, seasoning, and amount of filling.
Kavurma is meat that has been cooked, traditionally by slowly braising or sautéing it. In Cantik with Kavurma, it refers to the beef filling, not a particular pastry dough or sauce.
Cantik is strongly associated with Bursa, Turkey, and Cantik with Kavurma is a beef-filled variation of this local bakery food. Recipes and fillings can differ between bakeries and home kitchens.
Cantik with Kavurma is often served with ayran, salad, or pickles. These lighter sides complement the rich beef and baked dough without making the meal feel as heavy.
Store leftover Cantik with Kavurma in a covered container in the refrigerator once it has cooled. Because it contains cooked beef, do not leave it at room temperature for an extended period; reheat it thoroughly before eating.
Reheat Cantik with Kavurma in an oven to help the dough regain some of its texture. A microwave is quicker, but it can make the pastry softer; heat until the beef filling is hot throughout.
Yes, Cantik with Kavurma can be frozen after it has cooled. Wrap portions securely to limit air exposure, then thaw and reheat in the oven for a better pastry texture.
To make Cantik with Kavurma lighter, roll the dough thinly, use a moderate amount of beef filling, and avoid adding extra oil. Serve it with salad or yogurt instead of heavier sides.
Vitamins
B12
0.84µg · 35% DV
B3
2.52mg · 16% DV
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
B5
0.6mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Sodium
492mg · 21% DV
Phosphorus
108mg · 15% DV
Zinc
1.68mg · 15% DV
Selenium
8.4µg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
168mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Cantik with Kavurma is a Bursa-style baked pastry: a small, pide-like piece of dough topped or filled with kavurma, beef cooked until tender. It is baked until the edges are lightly browned, with soft bread around a rich, savoury meat filling. The name cantik is closely associated with Bursa in north-western Turkey, where it is commonly found at bakeries and pide shops.
It is usually eaten warm as a filling lunch or casual meal, often with ayran or a fresh salad. With 11 g of protein per 100 g, it offers a substantial contribution from the beef, while the pastry makes it a hearty choice. For a lighter meal, share a piece or pair it with salad rather than another dough-based side.
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.
Medium
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.92g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.