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Meat-Filled Sigara Börek Calories
A Turkish pastry made with thin yufka wrapped around seasoned minced meat, typically fried.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
3 piece (medium) of Meat-Filled Sigara Börek (90 g) has 257 calories. That works out to 286 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.2 g of carbs, 10.6 g of protein, 12.8 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 1.2 µg of B12 covers 51% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Meat-Filled Sigara Börek Nutrition Facts
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 90 g
257
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
23.2g
· 8% DV
Protein
10.6g
· 21% DV
Fat
12.8g
· 16% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 37% · Protein 17% · Fat 46%
Meat-Filled Sigara Börek nutrition facts table · 3 piece (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 257 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.8 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 3.29 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.16 g | |
| Sodium | 459 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23.2 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% |
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 3 Pieces of Meat-Filled Sigara Börek?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 90 g | 257 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 86 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 60 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 257 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 286 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 120 g | 343 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 150 g | 429 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 429 kcal |
| 6 piece (extra large) | 180 g | 515 kcal |
Calculated from 286 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Meat-Filled Sigara Börek
What is in Meat-Filled Sigara Börek?
Meat-Filled Sigara Börek is made with thin yufka wrapped around a seasoned minced-meat filling, often with onion and spices. The small rolls are typically fried until crisp, though they can also be baked or cooked in an air fryer.
Why is Meat-Filled Sigara Börek called “cigar” börek?
Meat-Filled Sigara Börek gets its name from its long, narrow, cigar-like shape. “Sigara” means “cigarette” in Turkish; the name describes the rolled pastry, not its filling or a particular cooking method.
Should you cook the meat before filling Meat-Filled Sigara Börek?
Yes, cook the minced meat filling before rolling Meat-Filled Sigara Börek, then let it cool. A cooked, cooled filling is less wet, easier to wrap, and less likely to release moisture that can split the yufka during frying.
How do you stop Meat-Filled Sigara Börek from unrolling while frying?
Seal each Meat-Filled Sigara Börek firmly with a dab of flour-and-water paste, and place it seam-side down in the pan. Avoid overfilling or rolling loosely, since both can make the wrapper open and let the filling escape.
Can Meat-Filled Sigara Börek be baked instead of fried?
Yes, Meat-Filled Sigara Börek can be baked instead of fried. Brush the rolls lightly with oil and arrange them with space between them; they may not have exactly the same texture as the traditional fried version, but the outside can still crisp.
Can you make Meat-Filled Sigara Börek in an air fryer?
Yes, Meat-Filled Sigara Börek works in an air fryer. Lightly oil the rolls and arrange them in a single layer so hot air can circulate; cook until the yufka is golden, adjusting the time for your appliance and the size of the rolls.
Can Meat-Filled Sigara Börek be assembled ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble Meat-Filled Sigara Börek before serving and keep the uncooked rolls covered in the refrigerator for a short time. Keep them from drying out, and fry or bake them shortly before serving for the crispest wrapper.
Can you freeze Meat-Filled Sigara Börek?
Yes, freeze Meat-Filled Sigara Börek before cooking for the best result. Arrange the rolls separately on a tray until firm, then transfer them to a sealed freezer bag; they can generally be cooked from frozen without thawing first.
What do you serve with Meat-Filled Sigara Börek?
Meat-Filled Sigara Börek is often served with plain or garlic yogurt, a fresh salad, or sliced vegetables. It also works as a Turkish-style appetizer or tea-time snack; serve it hot so the wrapper stays crisp.
How should you store leftover Meat-Filled Sigara Börek?
Refrigerate leftover Meat-Filled Sigara Börek in a covered container once it has cooled, and eat it within 2–3 days. Reheat it in an oven or air fryer to bring back some crispness; a microwave tends to soften the yufka.
Meat-Filled Sigara Börek Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
1.22µg · 51% DV
B3
2.79mg · 17% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
B6
0.17mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Selenium
17µg · 31% DV
Sodium
459mg · 20% DV
Zinc
1.85mg · 17% DV
Phosphorus
106mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
167mg · 5% DV
Meat-Filled Sigara Börek Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Meat-Filled Sigara Börek
To burn the 257 calories in 3 piece (medium) (90 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 Meat-Filled Sigara Börek?
Meat-Filled Sigara Börek is a Turkish pastry made by rolling seasoned minced meat in thin sheets of yufka and frying the rolls until crisp. The delicate, crunchy wrapper contrasts with the soft, savoury filling. In Turkey, it is served hot as a snack, a starter or part of a spread; it also works well as party food for English-speaking cooks looking to try a familiar Turkish börek in a small, handheld form.
It provides protein from the meat alongside carbohydrates from the pastry, while frying adds to its fat and energy content. Serve it with cool yoghurt or a fresh salad, or bake the rolls instead of frying them for a lighter result.
How Nutritious Is Meat-Filled Sigara 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
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.
Is Meat-Filled Sigara 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 Meat-Filled Sigara Börek Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Meat-Filled Sigara 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
Meat-Filled Sigara Börek Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.29g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.27g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.91g
Omega 6:3 ratio 33.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (33.5:1).
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