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Traditional herb-filled folded pastry
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Herb bükme (140 g) has 399 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 51.1 g of carbs, 10.9 g of protein, 16.9 g of fat and 4.1 g of fiber. Its 25.2 µg of Selenium covers 46% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 140 g
399
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
51.1g
· 19% DV
Protein
10.9g
· 22% DV
Fat
16.9g
· 22% DV
Fiber
4.1g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 11% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 399 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.9 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 4.34 g | 22% |
| Trans fat | 0.11 g | |
| Sodium | 504 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 51.1 g | 19% |
| Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% |
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% |
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) | 140 g | 399 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 35 g | 100 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 70 g | 200 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 257 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 342 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 513 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 200 g | 570 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 280 g | 798 kcal |
Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.
Herb bükme is a traditional Turkish folded pastry filled with chopped herbs. The dough is folded around the filling and cooked on a griddle or in a pan; recipes vary by region and household.
Herb bükme is made by filling thin dough with a seasoned herb mixture, folding it closed, and cooking it until browned. Seal the edges well so the filling stays inside, and turn it during cooking for even browning.
Herb bükme can contain spinach, chard, spring onions, parsley, dill, or other available greens. The exact mix varies by recipe; chop the greens finely and drain excess liquid so the pastry does not become soggy.
Herb bükme is a traditional Turkish pastry associated especially with Afyonkarahisar. Its filling and cooking style can vary across Anatolia, so recipes described as herb bükme do not all use exactly the same greens or dough.
Herb bükme is typically shaped by folding and sealing dough around its filling, while gözleme is commonly made by folding a sheet of dough over the filling. Both may be cooked on a griddle, but their shaping and dough methods differ.
Yes, store-bought yufka can be used for herb bükme, making preparation quicker than rolling dough from scratch. Fold it securely around the filling, and handle thin sheets gently to prevent tearing while cooking.
Herb bükme is traditionally cooked on a griddle, but a frying pan or oven works at home. In a pan, use moderate heat and turn it so the dough cooks through before the outside gets too dark.
Herb bükme is often served with yogurt, ayran, or a fresh salad. These simple sides complement the savory herb filling, and make the pastry easy to serve as a light meal or part of a larger spread.
Store leftover herb bükme in a covered container in the refrigerator after it has cooled, and eat it within a few days. Reheat it in a pan or oven to bring back some crispness to the dough.
Yes, herb bükme can be frozen after cooking. Let it cool completely, separate pieces with baking paper, and seal them in a freezer-safe container; reheat from thawed in a pan or oven before serving.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
25.2µg · 21% DV
Biotin
5.6µg · 19% DV
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
B3
2.52mg · 16% DV
Minerals
Selenium
25µg · 45% DV
Manganese
0.59mg · 26% DV
Sodium
504mg · 22% DV
Phosphorus
134mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
231mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Herb bükme is a Turkish savoury folded pastry, made by filling rolled dough with herbs and baking it until lightly browned. The filling varies with the herbs available, and home cooks and local bakeries may each have their own version.
The pastry is tender inside, with a crisp surface and a fresh, savoury herbal flavour. In Turkey it is enjoyed warm or at room temperature for breakfast, with tea, or as a light snack. It is mainly a dough-based dish, with 36.5 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. Serve it with plain yoghurt or a crisp salad for a more rounded meal, or share a piece as part of a tea-time spread.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.34g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.88g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.34g
Omega 6:3 ratio 36.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (36.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.