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Pan-fried yufka pastry with a protein-rich minced-meat filling
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Pan-fried minced meat yufka pastry (120 g) has 342 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 30.1 g of carbs, 14 g of protein, 18.2 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 1.1 µg of B12 covers 45% 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
342
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
30.1g
· 11% DV
Protein
14g
· 28% DV
Fat
18.2g
· 23% 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 35% · Protein 16% · Fat 49%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 342 kcal | |
| Total fat | 18.2 g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 4.92 g | 25% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 516 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 30.1 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 14 g | 28% |
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 | 342 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 45 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 200 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 90 g | 257 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 428 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 513 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 713 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 350 g | 998 kcal |
Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.
Pan-fried minced meat yufka pastry is made by wrapping cooked, seasoned minced meat in yufka and browning the parcel in a pan. Cook it over medium heat so the pastry turns golden without burning before the filling is hot.
Pan-fried minced meat yufka pastry usually contains thin yufka dough and a filling of minced meat, often cooked with onion and seasoned with salt and pepper. Recipes vary, but keeping the filling fairly dry helps the pastry stay crisp.
Pan-fried minced meat yufka pastry cooks directly in a skillet, so it is usually folded into individual portions and browned on both sides. Oven-baked börek is often assembled in a tray in layers and sliced after baking.
Pan-fried minced meat yufka pastry can turn soggy when the filling releases too much liquid or the pan is crowded. Cook off excess moisture from the minced meat, let the filling cool, and leave space around each piece so it browns rather than steams.
To keep pan-fried minced meat yufka pastry closed, avoid overfilling it and fold the edges securely around the filling. Place it seam-side down in the pan first, then turn it gently once the seam has browned and holds together.
Yes, filo can be used for pan-fried minced meat yufka pastry, but it is thinner and more fragile than many yufka sheets. Layer or fold it carefully, keep it covered while assembling, and handle the parcels gently when turning them.
Serve pan-fried minced meat yufka pastry with a crisp salad, yogurt, or a yogurt-based dip. These fresh sides balance the rich meat filling and browned pastry without competing with their savoury flavour.
Yes, you can assemble pan-fried minced meat yufka pastry ahead and refrigerate it until cooking. Cool the cooked meat filling first and keep the parcels covered; avoid leaving them at room temperature for an extended period.
Yes, pan-fried minced meat yufka pastry can be frozen cooked or uncooked. Freeze the pieces separately before packing them together so they do not stick; thaw uncooked parcels in the refrigerator before pan-frying for more even cooking.
Reheat pan-fried minced meat yufka pastry in a dry skillet over low to medium heat, turning it so the filling warms through. A microwave is quicker but tends to soften the pastry instead of restoring its browned, crisp surface.
Vitamins
B12
1.08µg · 45% DV
B3
4.08mg · 26% DV
B1
0.2mg · 17% DV
Biotin
4.92µg · 16% DV
Minerals
Selenium
20µg · 36% DV
Phosphorus
180mg · 26% DV
Zinc
2.76mg · 25% DV
Sodium
516mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
252mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Pan-fried minced meat yufka pastry is made by filling thin Turkish yufka sheets with seasoned minced meat, folding them, and cooking them in a pan. Onion and spices are common in the filling. The pastry turns golden and crisp outside while staying tender around the savoury meat.
In Turkey, it is often served hot for breakfast, alongside tea, or as a quick meal, with yoghurt, ayran or a fresh salad. Elsewhere, it makes an easy lunch or snack and can be shared as part of a mezze-style spread. The filling provides protein, while the pastry and pan oil make it satisfying; use a little less oil or leaner mince for a lighter version.
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
4.92g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.16g
POLYUNSATURATED
3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 33.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (33.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.