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Traditional baked Hatay pastry filled with spiced minced meat
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Hatay kumbeti (120 g) has 398 calories. That works out to 332 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.1 g of carbs, 13.4 g of protein, 22.9 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 21.6 µg of Selenium covers 39% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
398
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
34.1g
· 12% DV
Protein
13.4g
· 27% DV
Fat
22.9g
· 29% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 34% · Protein 14% · Fat 52%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 398 kcal | |
| Total fat | 22.9 g | 29% |
| Saturated fat | 7.32 g | 37% |
| Trans fat | 0.24 g | |
| Sodium | 492 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34.1 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 13.4 g | 27% |
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) | 120 g | 398 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 45 g | 149 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 232 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 70 g | 232 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 90 g | 299 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 332 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 598 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 240 g | 797 kcal |
Calculated from 332 calories per 100 g.
Hatay kumbeti is a savory baked pastry from Hatay, Turkey, filled with spiced minced meat. It is a regional main dish or snack, not a dessert, and recipes can vary from one household to another.
To make Hatay kumbeti, roll out dough, add the seasoned minced-meat filling, seal the pastry, and bake it. Seal the edges firmly so the filling stays inside during baking.
Hatay kumbeti is filled with minced meat seasoned with spices. Some home recipes add ingredients such as onion, but the exact filling varies; the defining feature is the savory spiced meat inside baked dough.
No, Hatay kumbeti is not künefe. Kumbeti is a savory, meat-filled baked pastry, while künefe is a sweet dessert made with shredded pastry and cheese, typically finished with syrup.
Hatay kumbeti is a regional meat-filled pastry, so it resembles the broader family of savory baked pastries that includes börek. The name refers to a specific Hatay preparation rather than to börek in general.
Hatay kumbeti comes from Hatay, a province in southern Turkey known for its distinctive regional cuisine. Local and family recipes may differ in the seasoning, dough, and shaping.
Serve Hatay kumbeti with a fresh salad or yogurt-based accompaniment to balance its rich, savory filling. It can be eaten as a meal or a substantial snack without another heavy pastry alongside it.
Yes, you can assemble Hatay kumbeti ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator until baking. Keep the raw meat filling chilled, and bake the pastries promptly rather than leaving them at room temperature.
Reheat Hatay kumbeti in an oven until the filling is hot and the pastry has regained some crispness. A microwave is quicker, but it tends to make the dough softer.
Yes, Hatay kumbeti can be frozen, either baked or before baking. Wrap portions airtight to prevent freezer burn; thaw frozen baked pastries in the refrigerator and reheat them in the oven.
Vitamins
B12
0.84µg · 35% DV
B3
4.08mg · 26% DV
Biotin
7.2µg · 24% DV
B1
0.23mg · 19% DV
Minerals
Selenium
22µg · 40% DV
Phosphorus
154mg · 22% DV
Sodium
492mg · 21% DV
Zinc
2.28mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
211mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Hatay kumbeti is a regional savoury pastry from Hatay in southern Turkey, made with dough filled with spiced minced meat and baked. The filling is commonly seasoned with onion and spices, though recipes and shaping can vary from one household to another.
It is satisfying served warm or at room temperature, with a tender pastry and a savoury, warmly spiced centre. In Hatay it can be enjoyed as a snack or a simple meal; an English-speaking reader can serve it with yoghurt, ayran if available, or a crisp salad. The combination of pastry and meat makes it filling and provides protein, while also making it fairly rich. Pairing a moderate portion with salad keeps the meal lighter.
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
— Not 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
7.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.48g
Omega 6:3 ratio 31.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (31.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.