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Traditional börek made with milk dough rolled by hand and baked; the filling can vary by recipe.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Handmade Börek with Milk Dough has 290 calories. It contains 34 g of carbs, 9 g of protein, 13 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 17 µg of Selenium covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 100 g
290
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
34g
· 12% DV
Protein
9g
· 18% DV
Fat
13g
· 17% 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 47% · Protein 12% · Fat 41%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 290 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 4.8 g | 24% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 450 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 35 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 203 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 80 g | 232 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 130 g | 377 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 150 g | 435 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 522 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 725 kcal |
Calculated from 290 calories per 100 g.
Handmade Börek with Milk Dough is a Turkish baked pastry made by kneading milk into the dough, rolling it out by hand, and layering it around a filling. Recipes vary, so the filling may be cheese, meat, potatoes, greens, or another mixture.
To make Handmade Börek with Milk Dough, knead and rest the dough, roll it into thin sheets, and layer the sheets with oil and your chosen filling. Arrange the börek in a baking pan and bake until the layers are cooked through and browned.
Handmade Börek with Milk Dough can be filled with cheese, minced meat, potatoes, spinach, or other greens. Keep the filling fairly dry: excess moisture can make the hand-rolled layers soggy and cause the baked börek to lose its shape.
The dough in Handmade Börek with Milk Dough is mixed with milk and rolled by hand, while phyllo is usually bought as very thin, ready-made sheets. The handmade dough can give the börek a sturdier, more substantial set of layers.
The dough for Handmade Börek with Milk Dough may tear if it has not rested enough or is stretched too thin too quickly. Let the dough rest after kneading, work with manageable portions, and use a light dusting of flour while rolling.
To keep Handmade Börek with Milk Dough crisp, avoid a wet filling and don’t cover the börek immediately after baking. Trapped steam softens the top layers; let it rest uncovered, and reheat leftovers in the oven rather than the microwave.
Yes, you can assemble Handmade Börek with Milk Dough ahead of time and keep it covered in the refrigerator before baking. Keep it chilled until you are ready to cook it, especially if the filling contains cheese, meat, or eggs.
Yes, Handmade Börek with Milk Dough can be frozen after baking. Cool it completely, wrap individual portions well, and freeze them in an airtight container. Reheat from thawed in the oven to bring back some crispness to the layers.
Reheat Handmade Börek with Milk Dough in the oven so moisture can escape and the layers can crisp again. A microwave is quicker, but it tends to soften the pastry; avoid covering the börek while reheating.
Serve Handmade Börek with Milk Dough with a fresh salad, yogurt, or ayran. These are common, refreshing accompaniments to a rich layered pastry, and they work with the different fillings used in börek.
Vitamins
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
B2
0.2mg · 15% DV
B12
0.35µg · 15% DV
B3
1.5mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Selenium
17µg · 31% DV
Phosphorus
145mg · 21% DV
Sodium
450mg · 20% DV
Manganese
0.35mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
125mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Handmade Börek with Milk Dough is a baked Turkish pastry made from dough kneaded with milk, rolled out by hand and layered around a filling. The filling varies by recipe and may include cheese, minced meat, potato or vegetables; the thin hand-rolled layers give the pastry its characteristic texture.
In Turkey, börek is commonly served warm for breakfast, with tea, or as part of a larger meal. The outside can be lightly crisp while the inner layers stay tender and filling. It provides carbohydrates and fat, along with some protein; a medium piece is about 100 g. Pair it with salad or plain yogurt for a more balanced plate, or choose a vegetable filling for a lighter option.
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 2
Minimally 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
4.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
5g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.