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Layered pan-cooked pastry made with poppy-seed filling and oil; relatively high in energy and carbohydrates.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Poppy-seed pan pastry (150 g) has 533 calories. That works out to 355 calories per 100 g. It contains 60.3 g of carbs, 10.6 g of protein, 26.3 g of fat and 3.9 g of fiber. Its 36 µg of Selenium covers 65% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
533
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
60.3g
· 22% DV
Protein
10.6g
· 21% DV
Fat
26.3g
· 34% DV
Fiber
3.9g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 8% · Fat 46%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 533 kcal | |
| Total fat | 26.3 g | 34% |
| Saturated fat | 4.05 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 645 mg | 28% |
| Total carbohydrate | 60.3 g | 22% |
| Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% |
| 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 533 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 60 g | 213 kcal |
| 1 slice (quarter) | 75 g | 266 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 320 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 355 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 120 g | 426 kcal |
| 1 slice (half) | 150 g | 533 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 639 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 220 g | 781 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 300 g | 1065 kcal |
Calculated from 355 calories per 100 g.
Poppy-seed pan pastry is made by spreading oil-thinned poppy-seed paste over dough, folding the layers, and cooking them in a pan. Cook over moderate heat and turn the pastry so the center cooks before the outside gets too dark.
Poppy-seed pan pastry is a layered Turkish pastry filled with poppy-seed paste and cooked on the stovetop rather than baked in an oven. Its folded dough and rich filling make it different from a simple flatbread.
Yes, you can make Poppy-seed pan pastry with phyllo by brushing the sheets with poppy-seed paste thinned with oil, then folding them to fit the pan. Handle thin phyllo gently, since it can tear when folded.
Poppy-seed pan pastry is usually savory or mildly flavored rather than sweet. Poppy-seed paste is not inherently sugary, so the result depends on the dough and seasoning; it is commonly served as a savory pastry.
Poppy-seed pan pastry is folded into layers and cooked in a pan, while Turkish poppy-seed rolls are shaped into individual coils or rolls and commonly oven-baked. Both can use poppy-seed paste, but their shape and cooking method differ.
Serve Poppy-seed pan pastry with plain yogurt, ayran, or fresh vegetables for a lighter accompaniment. Tea is also a familiar pairing in Turkey, especially when the pastry is eaten at breakfast or as a snack.
Yes, Poppy-seed pan pastry can be eaten for breakfast, often with tea. Because it is a rich, filling pastry, pair it with fresh vegetables or yogurt rather than making it the centerpiece of an already heavy meal.
Cool leftover Poppy-seed pan pastry completely, then refrigerate it in a covered container and eat it within a few days. Sealing it while warm traps steam and makes the pastry layers damp.
Reheat Poppy-seed pan pastry in a dry skillet over low to medium heat, turning it until warmed through. This brings back some crispness; a microwave is quicker but tends to soften the layers.
Yes, cooked Poppy-seed pan pastry can be frozen once it has cooled. Wrap individual portions well to limit freezer exposure, thaw them before reheating, and use a skillet to restore a firmer texture.
Vitamins
B1
0.29mg · 24% DV
Vitamin E
3.3mg · 22% DV
B3
3.3mg · 21% DV
Folate
67.5µg · 17% DV
Minerals
Selenium
36µg · 65% DV
Manganese
1.35mg · 59% DV
Copper
0.52mg · 58% DV
Phosphorus
285mg · 41% DV
Sodium
645mg · 28% DV
Potassium ⭐
285mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Poppy-seed pan pastry is a Turkish home-style börek made by layering dough with poppy-seed paste and oil, then cooking it in a pan rather than baking it in an oven. Recipes vary in how the dough is shaped and folded, but the poppy filling gives it its distinctive character.
The outside browns lightly while the middle stays tender, rich and aromatic. In Turkey, it is often served at breakfast or alongside tea; elsewhere, it makes a substantial snack or light meal, especially with plain yoghurt or a crisp salad. It is energy- and carbohydrate-dense for a pastry, with 355 calories per 100 g. A smaller piece with fresh vegetables makes a more balanced plate.
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.
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.
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
✓ 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
4.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
10.65g
POLYUNSATURATED
11.55g
Omega 6:3 ratio 72:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (72:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.