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Herb pencil börek Calories
Crisp phyllo pastry filled with herbs and cheese
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Herb pencil börek (55 g) has 173 calories. That works out to 315 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.5 g of carbs, 4.5 g of protein, 9.4 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 10.5 µg of Selenium covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Herb pencil börek Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 55 g
173
KCAL / 55G
Carbs
17.5g
· 6% DV
Protein
4.5g
· 9% DV
Fat
9.4g
· 12% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 41% · Protein 10% · Fat 49%
Herb pencil börek nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (55 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 173 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.4 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.86 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 297 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.5 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Herb pencil börek?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 55 g | 173 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 25 g | 79 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 221 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 90 g | 284 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 315 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 110 g | 347 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 473 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 165 g | 520 kcal |
Calculated from 315 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Herb pencil börek
What is herb pencil börek?
Herb pencil börek is a slim, rolled phyllo pastry filled with herbs and cheese. The rolls are cooked until crisp, commonly by baking or frying, and are served as a snack, appetizer, or part of a meal.
Is herb pencil börek the same as sigara böreği?
Herb pencil börek is similar in shape to sigara böreği, another thin rolled börek, but its defining filling includes herbs and cheese. Recipes and names vary, so the distinction is often the filling rather than a strict difference in technique.
Which herbs go in herb pencil börek?
Parsley, dill, spring onion, and spinach all work in herb pencil börek. Chop the herbs finely and dry them well after washing; wet filling can make the phyllo soggy and may cause the rolls to split while cooking.
Can you bake or fry herb pencil börek?
Yes, herb pencil börek can be baked or fried. Baking gives the rolls a crisp finish with less added oil, while frying browns them quickly. Whichever method you use, place each roll seam-side down so it stays closed.
How do you stop herb pencil börek from unrolling?
Seal herb pencil börek by brushing the final edge of the phyllo with a little water or flour-and-water paste. Avoid overfilling, roll snugly, and set each piece seam-side down before cooking to help keep the filling inside.
Can you freeze herb pencil börek before cooking?
Yes, freeze herb pencil börek uncooked in a single layer first, then transfer the firm rolls to a sealed freezer container. You can bake them from frozen; allow extra cooking time and check that the centers are hot.
How do you reheat herb pencil börek without making it soggy?
Reheat herb pencil börek in an oven or air fryer to bring back its crisp phyllo. A microwave warms it quickly but tends to soften the pastry. Avoid covering the rolls while reheating, since trapped steam also softens them.
What do you serve with herb pencil börek?
Serve herb pencil börek with yogurt, cacık, or a fresh salad to balance its crisp pastry and savory cheese filling. It also works as a Turkish tea-time snack or as one item in a spread of small dishes.
Can you make herb pencil börek with store-bought phyllo?
Yes, store-bought phyllo works well for herb pencil börek and makes the rolling quicker. Keep unused sheets covered so they do not dry out, and use a modest amount of filling so the thin pastry does not tear.
Is herb pencil börek usually homemade or sold ready-made?
Herb pencil börek can be made at home or bought ready-made; it is a prepared, processed pastry rather than a raw ingredient. Making it yourself lets you choose the herbs, cheese, and cooking method, while ready-made versions save preparation time.
Herb pencil börek Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
17.05µg · 14% DV
Vitamin E
1.26mg · 8% DV
B1
0.1mg · 8% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Selenium
10µg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
92mg · 13% DV
Sodium
297mg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.26mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
96mg · 3% DV
Herb pencil börek Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Herb pencil börek
To burn the 173 calories in 1 piece (medium) (55 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.
What is Herb pencil börek?
Herb pencil börek is a Turkish savoury pastry made by rolling thin sheets of pastry into slim, finger-like pieces around a filling of herbs and cheese. It is baked or pan-fried, and the particular herbs can vary by cook and region.
The outside turns crisp while the cheese-and-herb centre stays soft and savoury. In Turkey, it is often served warm at breakfast or alongside tea, and works just as well as a snack or part of a shared spread. For English-speaking diners, it makes an easy appetiser or light lunch with salad and yoghurt. The pastry and cheese make it satisfying; serve it with fresh vegetables and avoid extra oil during cooking if you want a lighter plate.
How Nutritious Is Herb pencil börek?
Nutrient density
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.
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.
Is Herb pencil börek 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 Herb pencil börek Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Herb pencil börek 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
Herb pencil börek Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.86g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.52g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.09g
Omega 6:3 ratio 28.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (28.7:1).
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