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Fried sigara börek with cheese Calories
Traditional Turkish pastry with white cheese, rolled in thin dough and deep-fried
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Quick answer
2 piece (medium) of Fried sigara börek with cheese (70 g) has 231 calories. That works out to 330 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.4 g of carbs, 6.7 g of protein, 12.6 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 378 mg of Sodium covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Fried sigara börek with cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
330
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
32g
· 12% DV
Protein
9.5g
· 19% DV
Fat
18g
· 23% 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 39% · Protein 12% · Fat 49%
Fried sigara börek with cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.5µg · 21% DV
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
Vitamin A
120µg · 13% DV
B5
0.5mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Sodium
540mg · 23% DV
Calcium
180mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
110mg · 16% DV
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
How Nutritious Is Fried sigara börek with cheese?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Fried sigara börek with cheese Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Fried sigara börek with cheese
To burn the 330 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Is Fried sigara börek with cheese Processed?
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.
Does Fried sigara börek with cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Fried sigara börek with cheese Good For?
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
Fried sigara börek with cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 27.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (27.5:1).
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fried sigara börek with cheese
Why do fried cheese sigara börek sometimes turn greasy instead of crisp?
If the oil is not hot enough, the pastry absorbs more oil and becomes soft. Frying in hot, non-smoking oil without overcrowding the pan helps keep the exterior crisp.
Can uncooked cheese sigara börek be assembled ahead of time?
Yes. Keep the rolled pastries covered in the refrigerator for a short time, and use a filling that is not watery so the pastry does not become soggy.
Can cheese sigara börek be frozen?
They freeze best before frying: freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container or freezer bag. They can usually be cooked from frozen, which helps prevent the pastry from turning mushy.
What is the best way to reheat leftover fried sigara börek?
An oven, air fryer, or dry skillet restores crispness better than a microwave. Microwaving tends to soften the pastry, and reheated börek should be heated through only once.
Does baking or air-frying cheese sigara börek give the same result as deep-frying?
The texture is not identical, but brushing the pastry lightly with oil can still produce a crisp exterior. These methods can reduce how much frying oil the pastry takes on.
What goes well with fried cheese sigara börek?
A tomato and cucumber salad, leafy greens, a lemony salad, or a yogurt-based dip balances its rich, salty flavor. Vegetable sides also make the meal feel more varied and satisfying.
Is fried cheese sigara börek a good pre-workout food?
Because it is fried and relatively rich, it may feel heavy or trigger reflux when eaten immediately before exercise. If you choose it, having it a few hours before training as part of a lighter meal is usually more comfortable.
Will eating cheese sigara börek at night automatically cause weight gain?
No; weight change depends more on overall intake, portion size, and eating patterns than on the clock alone. However, fried foods may worsen indigestion or reflux for some people late in the evening.
Who should be more careful with fried cheese sigara börek?
People with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, cardiovascular disease, or reflux may want to keep fried, cheese-filled pastries occasional and modest in portion. Salt levels from the cheese and the type of frying oil can vary substantially by recipe.
Are gluten and dairy the only allergen concerns in cheese sigara börek?
The pastry contains gluten and the filling contains milk; some recipes also use egg. Packaged versions can differ and may carry cross-contact warnings, so people with allergies should always check the label.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.