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Kut börek Calories
Kut börek: Traditional Turkish pastry, deep-fried, usually filled with minced meat or cheese.
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Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Kut börek (90 g) has 279 calories. That works out to 310 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.8 g of carbs, 8.6 g of protein, 14.4 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 351 mg of Sodium covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
What is Kut börek?
Kut börek is a Turkish pastry made by layering thin sheets of dough with fat, then baking them until flaky and golden. Unlike many savoury böreks, it is usually left unfilled and finished with a generous dusting of powdered sugar. It is especially associated with bakeries in Istanbul.
The layers are crisp at the edges and tender inside, with a rich, buttery taste balanced by the sugar. In Turkey it is commonly served warm or at room temperature, often with tea as a sweet snack or a simple breakfast. It is a filling pastry, with 310 calories per 100 g; a modest slice alongside tea can make a satisfying treat.
Kut börek Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
310
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
32g
· 12% DV
Protein
9.5g
· 19% DV
Fat
16g
· 21% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 41% · Protein 12% · Fat 47%
Kut börek Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.35µg · 15% DV
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
Biotin
3.2µg · 11% DV
B3
1.6mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Sodium
390mg · 17% DV
Phosphorus
95mg · 14% DV
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
How Nutritious Is Kut börek?
Nutrient density
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.
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.
Kut börek Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Kut börek
To burn the 310 calories in 100 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.
Is Kut 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 Kut börek Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Kut börek 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
Kut börek Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17.1:1).
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kut börek
What is Kut börek?
Kut börek is a Turkish pastry made from many thin, buttery or oil-brushed layers of dough, usually cut into squares and dusted with powdered sugar. It is commonly eaten as a sweet snack, though the pastry itself is not necessarily sweet.
Is Kut börek filled with meat or cheese?
Traditional Kut börek is usually unfilled: its distinctive texture comes from the stacked layers of dough rather than a meat or cheese center. Filled Turkish börek is a different style, even if a bakery offers its own variation.
How is Kut börek made flaky?
Kut börek gets its flaky texture from stretching the dough thin and separating successive layers with fat before baking. The finished pastry is cut so the delicate layers show at the edges.
Where does Kut börek come from?
Kut börek is a Turkish pastry strongly associated with Istanbul bakeries and street-food culture. Its exact origins are described differently, and the pastry is also widely known in Turkey by the name Kürt böreği.
Why is Kut börek also called Kürt böreği?
Kut börek and Kürt böreği are two names used for the same well-known layered pastry in Turkey. The naming is debated, so you may see either term on menus and in bakeries; the powdered-sugar version is generally meant.
Is Kut börek sweet or savory?
Kut börek is most often served sweet, with powdered sugar sprinkled over its crisp layers. The dough itself is usually fairly neutral, so some versions may be served without sugar or with a savory accompaniment.
How do you eat Kut börek?
Kut börek is usually cut into squares and eaten by hand or with a fork, often alongside tea. Its loose layers can shed crumbs, so a plate is useful, especially when it is generously dusted with sugar.
Can you freeze Kut börek?
Yes, Kut börek can be frozen, preferably before powdered sugar is added. Wrap portions airtight to limit freezer burn, then thaw and reheat them in an oven so the pastry regains some crispness.
How do you reheat Kut börek without making it soggy?
Reheat Kut börek in an oven or a dry skillet rather than covering it or microwaving it for long. Gentle, uncovered heat helps crisp the layers; add powdered sugar after reheating.
What should you serve with Kut börek?
Turkish tea is the classic pairing for Kut börek, particularly when it is dusted with powdered sugar. Unsweetened tea or plain coffee balances the pastry’s sweetness without competing with its delicate, layered texture.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.