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Crisp pastry with cheese and tomato filling
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Fried cheese and tomato börek has 312 calories. It contains 28.4 g of carbs, 10.2 g of protein, 17.8 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 20 µg of Selenium covers 36% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 100 g
312
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
28.4g
· 10% DV
Protein
10.2g
· 20% DV
Fat
17.8g
· 23% 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 36% · Protein 13% · Fat 51%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 312 kcal | |
| Total fat | 17.8 g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 6.1 g | 31% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 610 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28.4 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% |
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 | 312 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 55 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 75 g | 234 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 130 g | 406 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 150 g | 468 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 468 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 200 g | 624 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 780 kcal |
Calculated from 312 calories per 100 g.
Fried cheese and tomato börek is pastry wrapped around a filling of cheese and tomato, then fried until crisp. Recipes vary in the pastry and cheese used, but draining the tomato helps keep the filling from making the pastry soggy.
To make fried cheese and tomato börek, place a modest amount of cheese and drained tomato on pastry, fold it securely, and seal the edges. Fry until golden and crisp, turning as needed; avoid overfilling so the parcels stay closed.
A crumbly cheese that is not too wet, such as feta-style cheese, works well in fried cheese and tomato börek. A mild melting cheese is another option; drain or crumble it well so excess moisture does not soften the pastry.
Drain and pat the tomatoes dry before adding them to fried cheese and tomato börek. Keep the filling modest and avoid letting assembled börek sit for long before frying, since tomato juice can seep into the pastry.
The filling usually leaks from fried cheese and tomato börek when the pastry is overfilled, the edges are poorly sealed, or the tomato filling is wet. Press the seams firmly closed and check each parcel before it goes into the oil.
Yes, phyllo pastry can be used for fried cheese and tomato börek. Keep the sheets covered while working so they do not dry out, and fold the filling into sealed parcels; thin pastry needs careful handling to prevent tears.
Yes, fried cheese and tomato börek can be cooked in an air fryer, though the pastry may turn out less rich than when deep-fried. Lightly brush or spray the outside with oil and leave space between pieces for even browning.
Fried cheese and tomato börek pairs well with a crisp salad, yogurt, or a cooling yogurt-based dip. Tea is a natural choice for a Turkish-style breakfast or snack, while a simple salad makes it work as part of a light meal.
Yes, you can freeze assembled fried cheese and tomato börek before cooking. Freeze the parcels separately first so they do not stick together, then transfer them to a sealed container; cook from frozen or thaw them in the refrigerator before frying.
Store leftover fried cheese and tomato börek in a covered container in the refrigerator once it has cooled. Reheat it in an oven or air fryer to bring back some crispness; a microwave warms it quickly but tends to soften the pastry.
Vitamins
B1
0.24mg · 20% DV
B12
0.48µg · 20% DV
Vitamin E
2.6mg · 17% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Selenium
20µg · 36% DV
Phosphorus
190mg · 27% DV
Sodium
610mg · 27% DV
Calcium
215mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
168mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Fried cheese and tomato börek is a Turkish-style savoury pastry made by filling thin sheets of dough with cheese and tomato, then frying them until crisp. The centre stays soft and savoury, while the tomato adds a fresh, gently tangy note to the rich cheese.
In Turkey, börek is often served for breakfast or as a filling snack with tea; it also works well as a quick lunch alongside salad. This version is fairly substantial for its size, with 312 calories per 100 g. For a lighter meal, pair a piece with fresh vegetables, or cook it with less oil rather than deep-frying.
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.
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
✓ 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
6.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 48.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (48.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.