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Crispy fried pastry
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Fried crispy börek pastry (75 g) has 263 calories. That works out to 350 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.6 g of carbs, 6.9 g of protein, 15.9 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 16.5 µg of Selenium covers 30% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 64 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 75 g
263
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
23.6g
· 9% DV
Protein
6.9g
· 14% DV
Fat
15.9g
· 20% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 36% · Protein 10% · Fat 54%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 263 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.9 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 4.35 g | 22% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 428 mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23.6 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% |
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) | 75 g | 263 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 35 g | 122 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 55 g | 193 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 350 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 110 g | 385 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 150 g | 525 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 150 g | 525 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 700 kcal |
Calculated from 350 calories per 100 g.
Fried crispy börek pastry is a Turkish-style filled pastry made by wrapping a savory filling in thin dough and frying it until crisp. Fillings vary by recipe, commonly including cheese, minced meat, potato, or greens.
Fried crispy börek pastry is cooked in hot oil, giving it a crisp, browned exterior, while baked börek cooks in an oven and is usually less oily. Both can use similar dough and fillings, but their textures differ.
Keep fried crispy börek pastry from getting soggy by draining it on a wire rack and serving it soon after frying. Stacking the pieces or covering them while hot traps steam and softens the crisp layers.
Cheese, seasoned minced meat, potato, and spinach are popular fillings for fried crispy börek pastry. Choose a filling that is not wet, since excess moisture can soften the dough or cause the pastry to split in the oil.
Fried crispy börek pastry can burst if it is overfilled, loosely sealed, or made with a wet filling. Fold the edges securely, keep the filling away from the seams, and lower each piece gently into the oil.
Yes, phyllo can be used for fried crispy börek pastry, but it dries out quickly and may crack while folding. Keep unused sheets covered and handle them gently; thicker Turkish yufka is often easier to roll.
Yes, fried crispy börek pastry can be cooked in an air fryer, though it will not have exactly the same texture as deep-fried börek. Arrange the pieces in a single layer and lightly brush or spray them with oil.
Yes, freeze assembled fried crispy börek pastry before cooking, arranged in a single layer so the pieces do not stick together. Once firm, transfer them to a sealed container and fry from frozen, allowing extra cooking time.
Reheat fried crispy börek pastry in an oven or air fryer to restore some of its crispness. A microwave warms it quickly but tends to make the pastry soft, so it is less suitable when texture matters.
Fried crispy börek pastry belongs to the broader börek tradition associated with Turkish and other cuisines shaped by Ottoman food culture. Börek comes in many regional forms, and frying is one way of preparing filled pastry rather than a single fixed recipe.
Vitamins
B1
0.18mg · 15% DV
Vitamin E
2.03mg · 14% DV
B12
0.29µg · 12% DV
B2
0.15mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Selenium
17µg · 31% DV
Sodium
428mg · 19% DV
Phosphorus
124mg · 18% DV
Manganese
0.36mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
98mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Fried crispy börek pastry is a Turkish-style savoury pastry made by wrapping thin sheets of yufka around a filling—often cheese, potato or minced meat—and frying them until crisp. The shell turns golden and crunchy while the centre stays soft, with its flavour depending on the filling.
It is usually served hot as a snack, breakfast item or part of a casual meal, and pairs well with yoghurt, ayran or a fresh salad. Its fried pastry layers make it relatively energy-dense, while the filling contributes some protein. For a lighter plate, enjoy a smaller piece alongside vegetables rather than adding other fried foods.
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
✓ 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
4.35g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.15g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.83g
Omega 6:3 ratio 40.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (40.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.