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Traditional Turkish flatbread with cubed meat and cheese
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Cubed Meat & Cheese Pide (180 g) has 414 calories. That works out to 230 calories per 100 g. It contains 45 g of carbs, 21.6 g of protein, 16.2 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 34% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Cubed Meat & Cheese Pide is a Turkish boat-shaped flatbread topped with small pieces of diced meat and melting kaşar, a mild, semi-hard Turkish cheese. The dough is stretched into an oval with a raised edge, then baked until the crust is golden and the topping is hot and lightly browned. It is usually cut into strips or portions and eaten warm, often as a satisfying lunch or dinner at a pide restaurant or at home.
The meat and cheese make it a filling choice with protein, while the bread supplies most of its carbohydrates; it provides 12 g of protein per 100 g. In Turkey it is commonly enjoyed with ayran or a simple salad. For a lighter meal, add a crisp salad or share a pide rather than pairing it with other substantial sides.
Selected: 100 g
230
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
25g
· 9% DV
Protein
12g
· 24% DV
Fat
9g
· 12% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 21% · Fat 35%
Vitamins
B12
0.45µg · 19% DV
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
B3
2.1mg · 13% DV
B5
0.65mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Sodium
420mg · 18% DV
Selenium
9µg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
110mg · 16% DV
Calcium
120mg · 12% DV
Medium
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 230 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
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
4.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.6:1).
Cubed Meat & Cheese Pide is a Turkish boat-shaped flatbread topped with small pieces of meat and melted cheese. Its raised edges hold the filling in place, and it is usually baked until the crust is golden and served sliced.
Cubed Meat & Cheese Pide uses small chunks of meat with cheese on top, while minced-meat pide is filled with ground meat. The cubes give the topping a more distinct, chewy texture, and the cheese melts into a browned layer.
Cubed Meat & Cheese Pide is typically made with kaşar, a Turkish semi-hard cheese that melts well. It is added over the meat before baking, where it softens and browns; other melting cheeses can be used in home versions.
Cubed Meat & Cheese Pide is made by shaping dough into an elongated boat with raised sides, then topping it with small meat cubes and cheese. It is baked in a very hot oven until the crust is browned and the cheese has melted.
Tender beef cuts work well for Cubed Meat & Cheese Pide because the meat cooks quickly in small cubes. Cut the pieces evenly and cook them before adding them to the dough if you are unsure they will become tender during baking.
The meat in Cubed Meat & Cheese Pide can turn tough if the cubes are too large, the cut is very lean or chewy, or the meat is overcooked. Small, evenly cut pieces and a quick pre-cook help the topping cook evenly.
Reheat Cubed Meat & Cheese Pide in an oven or dry skillet to bring back some crispness. A microwave is convenient but tends to soften the crust. Heat it until the meat and cheese are hot throughout before serving.
Yes, Cubed Meat & Cheese Pide can be frozen after it has cooled. Wrap individual portions tightly, then reheat them in the oven after thawing for a firmer crust. The cheese may lose a little of its original texture.
Serve Cubed Meat & Cheese Pide with a crisp salad, grilled vegetables or plain yogurt. These fresh, cool sides complement its browned crust, savory meat and melted cheese without competing with the pide’s filling.
To make Cubed Meat & Cheese Pide lighter, use a thinner layer of dough and less cheese, and add vegetables such as peppers or tomatoes to the topping. Serve it with salad rather than fries or another bread-based side.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.