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Analyzed as a baked dough-based savory pastry; typically lower in fat than a fried version.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Baked kajj (90 g) has 272 calories. That works out to 302 calories per 100 g. It contains 37.6 g of carbs, 7.6 g of protein, 10.4 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 16.2 µg of Selenium covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
272
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
37.6g
· 14% DV
Protein
7.6g
· 15% DV
Fat
10.4g
· 13% DV
Fiber
1.9g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 11% · Fat 34%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 272 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.4 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 2.79 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 369 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 37.6 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% |
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) | 90 g | 272 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 23 g | 69 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 136 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 45 g | 136 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 302 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 120 g | 362 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 140 g | 423 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 180 g | 544 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 220 g | 664 kcal |
Calculated from 302 calories per 100 g.
Baked kajj is a savory pastry made from dough and cooked in an oven. Its filling and exact recipe can vary, so the name describes the baked preparation rather than one fixed set of ingredients.
Baked kajj is made by shaping savory dough, adding any recipe-specific filling, and cooking it in an oven. The dough and filling are not fixed across recipes, so follow the method for the particular version you are making.
Baked kajj is cooked in an oven rather than immersed in frying oil, which typically leaves it lower in fat than a fried version. Its crust also develops differently, without the same oil-fried texture.
Baked kajj is ready when the pastry is cooked through and its surface is evenly browned. If it has a filling, check that the centre is hot as well; browning on the outside alone may not be enough.
Serve baked kajj with a fresh salad, yogurt, or a simple dip. These sides bring freshness to a savory dough-based pastry without masking its flavor.
Yes, you can prepare baked kajj ahead and refrigerate it once it has cooled. Reheat it in the oven before serving to refresh the crust; avoid sealing it while warm, because trapped steam softens the pastry.
Let baked kajj cool on a rack rather than leaving it on a hot, steamy tray. Store it in a closed container only after it has cooled, and reheat it uncovered in the oven to restore a crisper surface.
Yes, baked kajj can be frozen after baking. Cool it completely, wrap the portions well, and freeze them separately; thaw and reheat in the oven so the pastry is less likely to turn limp.
Yes, baked kajj can work in a packed lunch once it has cooled completely. Keep it chilled if its filling is perishable, and pack it separately from wet foods so the pastry does not soften.
Yes, baked kajj can be reheated in an air fryer, which helps crisp the outside again. Heat it until the centre is hot, and check it early so the pastry does not dry out.
Vitamins
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
B3
2.16mg · 14% DV
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
Folate
34.2µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Selenium
16µg · 29% DV
Manganese
0.38mg · 17% DV
Sodium
369mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
86mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
115mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 272 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Baked kajj is a savoury pastry made from dough and cooked in the oven. The name alone does not establish a particular regional origin or filling, so it is best understood as a baked dough-based snack rather than tied to a specific recipe. Baking generally makes it lower in fat than a fried version.
Serve it warm or at room temperature as a snack, a light breakfast, or alongside tea; it also works with a simple salad. Its nutritional profile is mainly carbohydrate-based, with 41.8 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. Pairing a piece with fresh vegetables or yoghurt makes for a more balanced plate, and a smaller portion can suit a lighter meal.
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
✓ 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
2.79g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.78g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 37.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (37.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.