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High-protein burger with cured pastirma and cheddar
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Pastirma Cheddar Burger (250 g) has 683 calories. That works out to 273 calories per 100 g. It contains 49.5 g of carbs, 42 g of protein, 35.5 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 4.1 µg of B12 covers 172% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 59 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 250 g
683
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
49.5g
· 18% DV
Protein
42g
· 84% DV
Fat
35.5g
· 46% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 29% · Protein 25% · Fat 46%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 683 kcal | |
| Total fat | 35.5 g | 46% |
| Saturated fat | 15.25 g | 76% |
| Trans fat | 0.88 g | |
| Sodium | 2038 mg | 89% |
| Total carbohydrate | 49.5 g | 18% |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% |
| Protein | 42 g | 84% |
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) | 250 g | 683 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 273 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 180 g | 491 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 683 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 330 g | 901 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 330 g | 901 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 420 g | 1147 kcal |
| 1 piece (double) | 500 g | 1365 kcal |
Calculated from 273 calories per 100 g.
A pastirma cheddar burger usually contains a burger patty, cured pastirma, cheddar, and a bun. Lettuce, tomato, pickles, onion, and sauces are optional, so the exact ingredients vary by recipe or restaurant.
Cook the burger patty, add cheddar near the end so it melts, then place pastirma on top or inside the bun. Toasting the bun helps it hold the fillings, and fresh vegetables can balance the rich, savory flavors.
Pastirma does not have to be cooked before going into a pastirma cheddar burger; it is cured and air-dried. You can add it as is, or warm it briefly with the patty if you prefer a softer texture and a hot filling.
Pastirma gives a pastirma cheddar burger a salty, savory flavor with a distinctive spice-and-garlic aroma from its traditional coating. Its strong taste pairs well with cheddar, but extra salty toppings or heavily salted patties can make the burger taste overpowering.
No. A pastirma cheddar burger uses Turkish cured, air-dried beef, while a bacon cheddar burger usually uses cured pork belly. Pastirma has a distinctive spiced coating and a different texture, so the two burgers do not taste interchangeable.
A pastirma cheddar burger can taste very salty because both pastirma and cheddar contribute a savory, salty flavor. Season the patty lightly and balance the fillings with lettuce, tomato, or another fresh ingredient rather than adding salty sauces.
Cheddar is the classic choice for a pastirma cheddar burger and melts well when added to a hot patty near the end of cooking. Place the pastirma on after the cheese starts melting to keep its flavor distinct.
Mustard-based or mildly spicy sauces complement a pastirma cheddar burger without masking the pastirma’s distinctive seasoning. A creamy sauce also works, but using a small amount helps keep the rich cheese and cured meat flavors in balance.
Serve a pastirma cheddar burger with fries, roasted potatoes, or a crisp salad. Since pastirma and cheddar have pronounced savory flavors, a simple salad or pickles can provide a fresher contrast than additional rich sides.
A cooked pastirma cheddar burger keeps for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator when stored promptly in a covered container. The bun may turn soggy, so storing the patty and bun separately gives better texture when you reheat it.
Vitamins
B12
4.13µg · 172% DV
B3
12mg · 75% DV
B6
0.78mg · 46% DV
B2
0.55mg · 42% DV
Minerals
Selenium
50µg · 91% DV
Sodium
2038mg · 89% DV
Phosphorus
613mg · 88% DV
Zinc
8.38mg · 76% DV
Potassium ⭐
625mg · 18% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 683 calories in 1 piece (medium) (250 g):
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The Pastirma Cheddar Burger brings a burger patty together with pastirma—Turkish cured, air-dried beef, typically seasoned with fenugreek—and cheddar in a bun. It is a modern burger combination rather than a traditional Turkish dish. The pastirma’s savoury, spiced depth contrasts with cheddar’s rich flavour; served hot, the cheese softens around the meat.
It works as a filling meal on its own or with salad and a lighter side. With 16.8 g of protein per 100 g, it has a substantial protein contribution, while the bun adds carbohydrates and the cheese and patty add richness. For a lighter version, use less sauce and add fresh salad or greens.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
15.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
14.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.13g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.