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Potato börek with phyllo pastry Calories
Savory pastry with thin phyllo dough and potato filling
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Potato börek with phyllo pastry (80 g) has 168 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.8 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 6.8 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 4.8 µg of Selenium covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Potato börek with phyllo pastry Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
168
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
22.8g
· 8% DV
Protein
3.4g
· 7% DV
Fat
6.8g
· 9% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 8% · Fat 37%
Potato börek with phyllo pastry nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (80 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 168 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.8 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.76 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 272 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 22.8 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% |
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 Potato börek with phyllo pastry?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 168 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 315 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 160 g | 336 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Potato börek with phyllo pastry
What is potato börek with phyllo pastry?
Potato börek with phyllo pastry is a savory baked pastry made by layering thin sheets of phyllo around a seasoned potato filling. The thin layers turn crisp in the oven, while the filling stays soft.
Is phyllo pastry the same as puff pastry in potato börek?
No, phyllo pastry is not puff pastry. Phyllo consists of very thin sheets that are layered, often with brushed fat between them; puff pastry is a thicker laminated dough that puffs as it bakes. They give potato börek different textures.
How do you keep potato börek with phyllo pastry from getting soggy?
Keep the potato filling dry and cool before assembling the börek. Excess moisture softens the thin phyllo layers, and covering the pastry while it is hot traps steam, so let it cool uncovered after baking.
Can you freeze potato börek with phyllo pastry?
Yes, baked potato börek with phyllo pastry freezes well once it has cooled completely. Wrap individual portions or place them in an airtight container, then reheat from thawed in the oven to bring back some crispness.
How do you reheat potato börek with phyllo pastry without making it soft?
Reheat potato börek with phyllo pastry in the oven rather than the microwave. The oven helps dry and crisp the phyllo again, while microwave steam can leave the layers soft; avoid covering the börek as it heats.
Should potatoes be cooked before filling potato börek with phyllo pastry?
Yes, potatoes are usually boiled before they are mashed and seasoned for this börek. Cooked, cooled potatoes make a cohesive filling that is easy to spread and less likely to release moisture into the delicate phyllo.
Why does the filling leak out of potato börek with phyllo pastry?
The filling can leak if it is too wet or the phyllo edges are left open. Drain the potatoes well, let the filling cool, and fold the pastry edges inward so the filling stays enclosed as the börek bakes.
What do you serve with potato börek with phyllo pastry?
Serve potato börek with phyllo pastry with plain yogurt, a crisp salad, or a light soup. These sides balance the flaky pastry and potato filling without competing with its savory flavor.
Can you make potato börek with phyllo pastry ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble the börek ahead and refrigerate it before baking. Keep it covered, use cooled filling, and bake it close to serving time so the potato moisture does not soften the phyllo layers.
Is potato börek with phyllo pastry baked or fried?
Potato börek with phyllo pastry is usually baked, which crisps the layered sheets without immersing the pastry in oil. Brush or drizzle the layers lightly with fat before baking for a browned, flaky finish.
Potato börek with phyllo pastry Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
B6
0.1mg · 6% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
B3
0.88mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Sodium
272mg · 12% DV
Selenium
4.8µg · 9% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
44mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
144mg · 4% DV
Potato börek with phyllo pastry Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Potato börek with phyllo pastry
To burn the 168 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Potato börek with phyllo pastry?
Potato börek with phyllo pastry is a savoury Turkish börek, made by layering very thin pastry sheets around a seasoned potato filling. The outside bakes crisp and flaky while the centre stays soft; onion and spices are common additions in home-style versions. Despite the pastry’s name, this is a savoury dish, not a sweet baklava.
In Turkey it is served warm for breakfast, with tea, or as a snack, and it is also familiar in communities shaped by Turkish cooking. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich pastry; a 100 g portion provides 210 kcal. Pair it with salad or yoghurt, or use less oil for a lighter serving.
How Nutritious Is Potato börek with phyllo pastry?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Potato börek with phyllo pastry 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 Potato börek with phyllo pastry Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Potato börek with phyllo pastry Good For?
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
Potato börek with phyllo pastry Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.76g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.48g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 48:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (48:1).
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