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Classic Turkish börek, thin phyllo pastry, cheese or minced meat filling, oven-baked
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of D börek has 270 calories. It contains 28 g of carbs, 8 g of protein, 14 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 0.3 µg of B12 covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 100 g
270
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
28g
· 10% DV
Protein
8g
· 16% DV
Fat
14g
· 18% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 41% · Protein 12% · Fat 47%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 270 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 5.5 g | 28% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 480 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 8 g | 16% |
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) | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 80 g | 216 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 120 g | 324 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 150 g | 405 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 486 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 200 g | 540 kcal |
Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.
D börek is a Turkish baked pastry made with thin phyllo layers and a filling, commonly cheese or minced meat. Recipes may add herbs, onion, or seasoning, so the filling can vary between versions.
Reheat D börek in a preheated oven rather than the microwave. The dry heat helps the phyllo crisp up again; check it frequently so the pastry does not dry out.
D börek is a savory layered pastry filled with cheese or minced meat, while baklava is a sweet pastry layered with nuts and syrup. Both use thin pastry, but their fillings and serving occasions are different.
Yes, D börek can be frozen after baking. Cool it completely, wrap individual portions airtight, and reheat from thawed in the oven for a crisper result. Do not refreeze it after thawing.
D börek is usually served warm, cut into portions, and eaten as a snack or part of a meal. Salad, yogurt, or ayran makes a good accompaniment, especially with a minced-meat filling.
D börek is commonly made with either cheese or minced meat; neither filling is the only traditional option. Check the specific preparation, since the filling and seasonings vary by recipe.
Let D börek cool on a rack rather than trapping steam beneath it, and avoid covering it while it is still hot. For storage, refrigerate it once cool and crisp it again in the oven before serving.
Cooked D börek keeps for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it after it has cooled, and reheat portions thoroughly before eating.
Yes, D börek can make a meal, particularly when filled with minced meat. Serve it with a fresh salad or yogurt rather than relying on pastry alone for the whole meal.
D börek often turns soggy when the filling releases moisture, the pastry is covered while hot, or the börek is reheated in a microwave. Drain wet fillings well and use an oven to restore the crisp layers.
Vitamins
B12
0.3µg · 13% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
Vitamin A
80µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Sodium
480mg · 21% DV
Phosphorus
90mg · 13% DV
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
Calcium
110mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
90mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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D börek is a classic Turkish börek made by layering thin sheets of pastry around a cheese or minced-meat filling, then baking it until golden. The outside turns crisp and flaky while the centre stays tender, with the filling shaping each bite.
In Turkey, it is commonly eaten for breakfast, alongside tea, or as a quick meal; Turkish bakeries and cafés often serve it warm. It also makes an easy choice for a snack or brunch in Turkish communities abroad. With pastry and a savoury filling, it is a fairly substantial option. Pair it with a fresh salad or tomatoes and greens for a lighter-feeling meal.
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.
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.
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
5.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 24:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (24:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.