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A dry-yufka pastry, typically filled with cheese and cooked in a pan with oil.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Pan-fried dry yufka börek (120 g) has 348 calories. That works out to 290 calories per 100 g. It contains 40.8 g of carbs, 11.4 g of protein, 15 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 21.6 µg of Selenium covers 39% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
348
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
40.8g
· 15% DV
Protein
11.4g
· 23% DV
Fat
15g
· 19% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 13% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 348 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 5.76 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 600 mg | 26% |
| Total carbohydrate | 40.8 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 11.4 g | 23% |
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) | 120 g | 348 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 203 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 435 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 522 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 638 kcal |
Calculated from 290 calories per 100 g.
Pan-fried dry yufka börek is a Turkish pastry made by softening dried yufka sheets, filling and folding them, then cooking them in a pan with oil. Cheese is a common filling, and the pastry develops a browned exterior without using an oven.
To make pan-fried dry yufka börek, sprinkle the dry sheets with water until flexible, add a cheese filling, fold them into parcels, and cook in a lightly oiled pan. Turn them once the undersides are browned and release easily.
Sprinkle the yufka lightly with water rather than soaking it. Let it rest until pliable before folding; sheets that are still brittle may crack, while oversoaked yufka can turn gummy and fall apart in the pan.
A salty white cheese, often mixed with parsley, is a traditional choice for pan-fried dry yufka börek. Crumbled feta-style cheese can work too, but drain it well so excess moisture does not make the filling leak or the pastry soggy.
Pan-fried dry yufka börek can fall apart if the sheets are oversoaked, overfilled, or flipped before the bottom has set. Moisten the yufka only until flexible, tuck the edges securely, and use a wide plate to turn larger pieces.
Use a well-seasoned or nonstick pan, coat the cooking surface with a thin layer of oil, and let it heat before adding the börek. Avoid moving the pastry too early; it is less likely to stick once its underside has browned.
For crisp pan-fried dry yufka börek, use only enough water to soften the sheets and keep the filling relatively dry. Cook in a lightly oiled pan and leave the lid off near the end so trapped steam does not soften the browned surface.
Yes, pan-fried dry yufka börek can be filled with alternatives such as cooked spinach, potato, or minced meat. Cool and drain moist fillings before folding; hot or wet filling can soften the yufka and make the parcels harder to seal.
Serve pan-fried dry yufka börek with plain yogurt, a fresh tomato-and-cucumber salad, or tea for a Turkish-style breakfast. Since the pastry is rich and often salty, a fresh, lightly dressed side balances it better than another heavy dish.
Refrigerate leftover pan-fried dry yufka börek in a covered container once it has cooled, and eat it within a few days. Reheat it in a pan to bring back some crispness; a microwave warms it quickly but leaves the yufka softer.
Vitamins
B12
0.54µg · 23% DV
B1
0.24mg · 20% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
B3
2.64mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Selenium
22µg · 40% DV
Phosphorus
216mg · 31% DV
Sodium
600mg · 26% DV
Manganese
0.42mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
180mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
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Pan-fried dry yufka börek is a Turkish home-style pastry made by softening dried yufka sheets, filling them—often with cheese—and cooking them in a pan with oil. It is a handy way to turn stored yufka into a warm, filling meal or snack.
The outside becomes lightly crisp while the softened layers and filling stay tender. In Turkey it may be served at breakfast or with tea; elsewhere, it works well as a quick lunch or savoury snack, with salad or plain yoghurt alongside. It provides carbohydrates as well as some protein and fat, with 290 calories per 100 g. For a lighter version, use just a little oil and cook over moderate heat until browned.
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NOVA 2
Minimally 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
5.76g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.52g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.76g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.