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Plain boyoz Calories
Plain İzmir-style layered pastry
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Plain boyoz (75 g) has 309 calories. That works out to 412 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.8 g of carbs, 6.1 g of protein, 17.2 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 18 µg of Selenium covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Plain boyoz Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 75 g
309
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
32.8g
· 12% DV
Protein
6.1g
· 12% DV
Fat
17.2g
· 22% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 42% · Protein 8% · Fat 50%
Plain boyoz nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (75 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 309 kcal | |
| Total fat | 17.2 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 6.07 g | 30% |
| Trans fat | 0.15 g | |
| Sodium | 390 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32.8 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% |
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 1 Medium Plain boyoz?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 75 g | 309 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 115 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 38 g | 157 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 55 g | 227 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 309 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 95 g | 391 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 412 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 150 g | 618 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 618 kcal |
Calculated from 412 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Plain boyoz
What is plain boyoz?
Plain boyoz is a flaky, round pastry associated with İzmir, Turkey. Its dough is layered with oil and baked without a filling, giving it a crisp exterior and soft, layered centre.
Where did plain boyoz come from?
Plain boyoz is closely associated with İzmir. Its history is commonly linked to the Sephardic Jewish community that settled in the city, and it has become a distinctive part of İzmir’s bakery and breakfast culture.
How is plain boyoz traditionally eaten?
Plain boyoz is traditionally eaten warm, often with a hard-boiled egg and tea for breakfast in İzmir. The egg is served alongside it rather than used as a filling.
What is the difference between plain boyoz and börek?
Plain boyoz is a small, round, flaky pastry made from layered dough, while börek usually consists of larger sheets of pastry wrapped around a filling. Their shapes, textures and typical fillings distinguish them.
Why is plain boyoz so flaky?
Plain boyoz is flaky because its dough is stretched thin, coated with oil and folded into layers before baking. The layers separate in the oven, creating its characteristic crisp, laminated texture.
Does plain boyoz have a filling?
No, plain boyoz has no filling. The word “plain” distinguishes it from filled versions; its flavour and texture come from the layered, oil-coated pastry itself.
How do you reheat plain boyoz?
Reheat plain boyoz in an oven for a few minutes to bring back its crisp exterior. A microwave can warm it quickly, but tends to soften the pastry rather than restore its flaky texture.
Can you freeze plain boyoz?
Yes, plain boyoz can be frozen if wrapped airtight. Thaw it before reheating in the oven, which helps revive the crisp layers better than leaving it to warm at room temperature.
How long does plain boyoz keep at room temperature?
Plain boyoz is best eaten fresh on the day it is baked. Kept covered at room temperature, it can generally be held until the next day, but its layers lose their crispness as it sits.
Is plain boyoz the same as İzmir gevrek?
No, plain boyoz and İzmir gevrek are different pastries. Boyoz is a small, layered pastry, whereas gevrek is a sesame-covered ring bread with a chewier, bread-like texture.
Plain boyoz Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.32mg · 27% DV
B3
2.85mg · 18% DV
Folate
58.5µg · 15% DV
Vitamin K
13.5µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Sodium
390mg · 17% DV
Manganese
0.36mg · 16% DV
Iron
2.33mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
89mg · 3% DV
Plain boyoz Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Plain boyoz
To burn the 309 calories in 1 piece (medium) (75 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 Plain boyoz?
Plain boyoz is a layered baked pastry associated with İzmir, on Turkey’s Aegean coast. Its dough is folded with oil into thin layers, giving it a crisp exterior and a tender, slightly chewy centre; the plain version has no filling.
In İzmir, it is a familiar breakfast choice, often served warm with a boiled egg and tea. It is relatively rich in fat and carbohydrates, with less protein and fibre, so pairing it with an egg or fresh vegetables makes for a more rounded breakfast. Enjoy it fresh from the bakery, when the layers are at their crispest.
How Nutritious Is Plain boyoz?
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.
Is Plain boyoz 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 Plain boyoz Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Plain boyoz Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ 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
Plain boyoz Fat Profile
SATURATED
6.07g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.28g
Omega 6:3 ratio 67.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (67.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.