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Traditional layered pastry filled with minced meat
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Kurdish minced meat börek (150 g) has 429 calories. That works out to 286 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.1 g of carbs, 17.7 g of protein, 22.8 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 1.4 µg of B12 covers 56% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 150 g
429
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
38.1g
· 14% DV
Protein
17.7g
· 35% DV
Fat
22.8g
· 29% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 36% · Protein 17% · Fat 47%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 429 kcal | |
| Total fat | 22.8 g | 29% |
| Saturated fat | 7.05 g | 35% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 630 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38.1 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 17.7 g | 35% |
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) | 150 g | 429 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 45 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 75 g | 215 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 286 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 343 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 515 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 225 g | 644 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 280 g | 801 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 858 kcal |
Calculated from 286 calories per 100 g.
Kurdish minced meat börek is a layered pastry filled with minced meat, commonly seasoned with onion, salt and pepper. Recipes vary by household and region, with some adding other spices or using different ways of folding and layering the dough.
Kurdish minced meat börek is a regional style of meat-filled börek, and its distinction is usually in the dough preparation and layering. There is no single standardized recipe, so the name and exact shape can vary between cooks and bakeries.
To make Kurdish minced meat börek, cook a minced-meat filling, then layer or fold it into thin pastry sheets. Brush the top with oil or butter and bake until the pastry is browned and the filling is thoroughly hot.
Cooking the meat filling first is a reliable way to make Kurdish minced meat börek. It lets excess moisture evaporate and the onion soften, helping prevent a soggy pastry and making it easier to tell that the filling is cooked through.
Kurdish minced meat börek can turn soggy when the filling releases too much liquid or the pastry is underbaked. Cook the filling until excess moisture evaporates, avoid overfilling, and bake until the bottom as well as the top is browned.
Beef or lamb works well in Kurdish minced meat börek, and either can be used alone or combined. Choose mince that is not excessively fatty; too much rendered fat can make the pastry greasy and weigh down its crisp layers.
Serve Kurdish minced meat börek warm with plain yogurt, a crisp salad or a glass of ayran. These fresh, cool sides balance the rich filling, while tea is also a familiar accompaniment when börek is served as a snack.
Yes, filo pastry can be used for Kurdish minced meat börek if that is the available style of thin pastry. Keep the sheets covered while assembling so they do not dry out, and brush the layers lightly to help them bake crisp.
Reheat Kurdish minced meat börek in an oven or a covered skillet over moderate heat until the center is hot. These methods restore some crispness; a microwave heats it quickly but usually leaves the pastry soft.
Yes, Kurdish minced meat börek freezes well after baking. Cool it completely, wrap individual portions airtight, and reheat from thawed in the oven for a crisper result. Freeze promptly rather than leaving the cooked börek at room temperature.
Vitamins
B12
1.35µg · 56% DV
B3
5.4mg · 34% DV
B1
0.29mg · 24% DV
Biotin
6.15µg · 21% DV
Minerals
Selenium
30µg · 55% DV
Zinc
3.75mg · 34% DV
Phosphorus
213mg · 30% DV
Sodium
630mg · 27% DV
Potassium ⭐
311mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Kurdish minced meat börek is a baked pastry made with thin layers of dough wrapped around a savoury minced-meat filling. Recipes vary, but the meat is often cooked with onion and seasoning. It belongs to the broader börek tradition associated with Kurdish and Turkish cooking, and is sold in bakeries as well as made at home.
The pastry is crisp at the edges and tender inside, best served warm. In Turkey it commonly appears at breakfast with tea, as a quick lunch, or on a shared table; elsewhere, it works well as a substantial snack or light meal. The pastry makes it filling, while the meat contributes protein (11.8 g per 100 g). Pair it with salad or fresh vegetables for a lighter-feeling meal.
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
— 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
7.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.15g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 33.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (33.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.