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A fried Turkish pastry roll filled with cheese, relatively high in calories, fat and sodium.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
3 piece (medium) of Fried cheese pastry rolls (90 g) has 270 calories. That works out to 300 calories per 100 g. It contains 21.8 g of carbs, 9 g of protein, 16.5 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 16.7 µg of Selenium covers 30% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 90 g
270
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
21.8g
· 8% DV
Protein
9g
· 18% DV
Fat
16.5g
· 21% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 32% · Protein 13% · Fat 55%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 270 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.5 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 6.48 g | 32% |
| Trans fat | 0.16 g | |
| Sodium | 576 mg | 25% |
| Total carbohydrate | 21.8 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 9 g | 18% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 90 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 90 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 60 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 270 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 300 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 120 g | 360 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 150 g | 450 kcal |
Calculated from 300 calories per 100 g.
Fried cheese pastry rolls are a Turkish snack made by wrapping cheese in thin pastry sheets and frying the rolls until crisp. They are commonly served as a starter or part of a spread, and are best eaten warm.
To make fried cheese pastry rolls, place a little cheese filling on a strip of thin pastry, fold in the sides, and roll it tightly. Seal the tip with water, then fry the rolls until golden and drain them before serving.
Fried cheese pastry rolls are called cigarette rolls because their long, slim shape resembles a cigarette. The name describes their appearance, not their ingredients; they are pastry rolls filled with cheese and are not related to tobacco.
Feta-style cheese is a common choice for fried cheese pastry rolls because it crumbles easily and gives the filling a salty, tangy taste. A little chopped parsley is often mixed in, and a drier filling is less likely to leak while frying.
Yes, you can cook fried cheese pastry rolls in an air fryer. Arrange them in a single layer with space between each roll, brush or spray them lightly with oil, and cook until crisp and browned, turning them partway through.
To stop fried cheese pastry rolls from bursting, avoid overfilling them and seal the pastry tip firmly with water. Keep the cheese filling fairly dry, roll the pastry snugly, and make sure the seam is secure before frying.
Yes, you can assemble fried cheese pastry rolls ahead of time and keep them covered in the refrigerator until you are ready to cook. Separate layers with baking paper so the pastry does not stick, and fry them shortly before serving for the crispest result.
Fried cheese pastry rolls are often served as a Turkish meze or appetizer, with yogurt-based dips, fresh vegetables, or olives. They also fit into a brunch spread; serve them warm so the pastry stays crisp and the cheese filling is soft.
Yes, freeze fried cheese pastry rolls before cooking for the best texture. Freeze the assembled rolls in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container; fry them from frozen, adding them carefully to the hot oil.
Reheat fried cheese pastry rolls in an oven or air fryer to bring back some of their crispness. Avoid covering them while hot, since trapped steam softens the pastry; a microwave is quicker but usually leaves the outside less crisp.
Vitamins
B12
0.5µg · 21% DV
B2
0.17mg · 13% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
B3
1.85mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Selenium
17µg · 31% DV
Sodium
576mg · 25% DV
Phosphorus
139mg · 20% DV
Calcium
149mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
131mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 270 calories in 3 piece (medium) (90 g):
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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.
Fried cheese pastry rolls are the familiar Turkish snack known as sigara böreği: thin sheets of yufka are rolled around a savoury cheese filling and fried until crisp. The filling is often white cheese, sometimes with herbs. The contrast between the crunchy wrapper and soft, salty centre makes them easy to serve hot as finger food.
In Turkey they appear at breakfast, alongside tea, or as part of a meze spread and party table. They are relatively rich in fat and energy for their size; 100 g provides 300 calories. For a lighter version, bake the rolls with a little oil instead of frying, and serve them with fresh vegetables or a crisp salad.
Low
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Low
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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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
6.48g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.39g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.96g
Omega 6:3 ratio 23.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (23.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.