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A savoury mixture of browned minced meat and pale straw-yellow cheese, with small crumbles and melted, slightly glossy patches.

Kıymalı Kaş Calories

Kiymali Kas: A Turkish pastry made with thin dough and minced meat, baked in the oven.

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

265kcal

GI

55medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

210mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.1g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Kıymalı Kaş (120 g) has 318 calories. That works out to 265 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.2 g of carbs, 12.2 g of protein, 13.9 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Kıymalı Kaş Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g

318

KCAL / 120G

Carbs

34.2g

· 12% DV

Protein

12.2g

· 24% DV

Fat

13.9g

· 18% DV

Fiber

2.5g

· 9% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 16% · Fat 40%

Kıymalı Kaş nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories318 kcal
Total fat13.9 g18%
Saturated fat5.04 g25%
Trans fat0.1 g
Sodium468 mg20%
Total carbohydrate34.2 g12%
Fiber2.5 g9%
Protein12.2 g24%

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 Kıymalı Kaş?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)120 g318 kcal
1 slice (thin)60 g159 kcal
1 piece (small)80 g212 kcal
1 slice (thick)90 g239 kcal
100 g100 g265 kcal
1 serving (medium)150 g398 kcal
1 piece (large)180 g477 kcal
1 serving (large)200 g530 kcal
2 piece (double)240 g636 kcal

Calculated from 265 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Kıymalı Kaş

What is Kıymalı Kaş?

Kıymalı Kaş is a Turkish baked pastry made with thin dough and minced meat. The name does not establish one universal shape or filling recipe, so versions may differ in how the dough is formed and what is added to the meat.

How is Kıymalı Kaş traditionally made?

Kıymalı Kaş is made by placing a minced-meat filling in thin dough, shaping or enclosing it, and baking it in the oven. The exact folding style and seasoning depend on the recipe rather than a single fixed method.

What is usually inside Kıymalı Kaş?

The defining components of Kıymalı Kaş are thin dough and minced meat. Some recipes may add ingredients such as onion or seasoning, but those additions vary; they should not be assumed to be part of every version.

Is Kıymalı Kaş the same as kıymalı börek?

Kıymalı Kaş and kıymalı börek can both combine thin dough with minced meat, but the names alone do not guarantee the same shape or recipe. Kıymalı Kaş is best understood as its own named pastry, with details depending on the version.

What should you serve with Kıymalı Kaş?

Serve Kıymalı Kaş with yogurt, a fresh salad, or a light soup to balance the pastry. Ayran is also a natural Turkish-style pairing; choose sides based on whether you are serving it as a snack or a main meal.

Can you make Kıymalı Kaş ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare Kıymalı Kaş ahead by assembling it and keeping it covered in the refrigerator until baking. Keep raw meat filling chilled during preparation, and bake the pastry thoroughly before serving.

Can Kıymalı Kaş be frozen?

Yes, baked Kıymalı Kaş can be frozen after it has cooled. Wrap portions airtight to reduce freezer burn, thaw them in the refrigerator, and reheat until hot throughout for a better texture and safer serving.

How should leftover Kıymalı Kaş be stored?

Refrigerate leftover Kıymalı Kaş in a covered container promptly after the meal. Take out only the portion you plan to eat, rather than repeatedly warming the whole batch, and reheat leftovers until hot throughout.

How do you reheat Kıymalı Kaş without making it soggy?

Reheat Kıymalı Kaş in an oven rather than relying on a microwave, which can soften the pastry. Check it as it warms so the thin dough does not dry out, and heat only the portion you intend to serve.

Can you make Kıymalı Kaş with store-bought thin pastry dough?

Yes, store-bought thin pastry dough can be used for Kıymalı Kaş if it is suitable for baking and can hold the filling. Follow the package handling directions, keep the minced-meat filling chilled, and avoid overfilling the dough.

Kıymalı Kaş Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.84µg · 35% DV

B2

0.25mg · 19% DV

B1

0.22mg · 18% DV

B3

2.52mg · 16% DV

Minerals

Sodium

468mg · 20% DV

Selenium

10µg · 18% DV

Phosphorus

114mg · 16% DV

Zinc

1.44mg · 13% DV

Potassium ⭐

252mg · 7% DV

Kıymalı Kaş Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

55
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

19.2
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Kıymalı Kaş

To burn the 318 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):

🚶

79min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

32min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

43min

Cycling

🏊

37min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Kıymalı Kaş?

Kıymalı Kaş is a Turkish baked pastry made with thin dough wrapped around a minced-meat filling. The dough turns lightly crisp in the oven, while the savoury filling keeps the centre tender and satisfying.

In Turkey, it can be served warm for breakfast, as a quick lunch or alongside tea; ayran or a fresh salad makes a natural accompaniment. It provides carbohydrates, fat and some protein, with 265 calories per 100 g. For a lighter meal, pair a piece with salad or yoghurt rather than adding another pastry.

How Nutritious Is Kıymalı Kaş?

Nutrient density

Medium

35/ 100

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

Medium

39/ 100

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 Kıymalı Kaş 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 Kıymalı Kaş Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Kıymalı Kaş Good For?

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

Kıymalı Kaş Fat Profile

SATURATED

5.04g

MONOUNSATURATED

5.76g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.44g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 3.1:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.