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Traditional Turkish pastry, made with phyllo, cheese, herbs, and oil.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Recai böreği (90 g) has 234 calories. That works out to 260 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.2 g of carbs, 7.7 g of protein, 10.8 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 153 mg of Calcium covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
234
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
25.2g
· 9% DV
Protein
7.7g
· 15% DV
Fat
10.8g
· 14% 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 44% · Protein 13% · Fat 43%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 234 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.8 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 3.78 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 378 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25.2 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 7.7 g | 15% |
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) | 90 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 45 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 70 g | 182 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 338 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 390 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 468 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 650 kcal |
Calculated from 260 calories per 100 g.
Recai böreği is a traditional Turkish pastry made with phyllo, cheese, herbs and oil. The name refers to a börek-style dish, though its exact shape and filling can vary between recipes.
To make Recai böreği, wrap or layer a cheese-and-herb filling in phyllo, brush the pastry with oil and cook it until browned. Avoid overfilling the phyllo so the filling stays inside as it cooks.
The core ingredients in Recai böreği are phyllo pastry, cheese, herbs and oil. Recipes may vary the cheese and herb mix, so check the specific recipe before preparing the filling.
Recai böreği can be baked, which cooks the phyllo evenly and browns its surface. Some home recipes may use a pan and oil instead, so follow the cooking method specified in your recipe.
A cheese that crumbles and mixes easily with herbs works well in Recai böreği. There is not one required cheese for every version; avoid very wet cheese, which can make the phyllo soggy.
Recai böreği is a Turkish börek, but its name alone does not establish a reliably documented town of origin. It is safer to describe it as a Turkish pastry than to assign it to a specific region.
Recai böreği is identified here by its combination of phyllo, cheese, herbs and oil. Cheese börek is a broader category, and recipes vary, so there may not be one fixed distinction in shape or filling.
Serve Recai böreği with yogurt, a fresh salad or sliced vegetables to balance its rich pastry and cheese filling. Tea is also a natural pairing, especially when the börek is served as a snack.
Yes, Recai böreği can be frozen. Cool baked pieces completely and wrap them airtight, or freeze uncooked pieces separated with baking paper. Reheat or bake them thoroughly for a crispier result.
Store leftover Recai böreği covered in the refrigerator rather than leaving it out for an extended time. Reheat it in an oven until hot throughout; a microwave warms it quickly but softens the phyllo.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
16.2µg · 13% DV
B12
0.32µg · 13% DV
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
Vitamin A
108µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Sodium
378mg · 16% DV
Calcium
153mg · 15% DV
Phosphorus
99mg · 14% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
126mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 234 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):
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Recai böreği is a traditional Turkish savoury pastry made with thin sheets of yufka, cheese, herbs and oil. Its exact filling and preparation can vary from one home or baker to another, but the contrast between crisp pastry and a soft, savoury centre is characteristic.
In Turkey, it is often enjoyed warm at breakfast, alongside tea, or as a snack during the day. The pastry and oil make it filling, while the cheese contributes some protein; a 100 g portion provides 8.5 g. For a lighter meal, serve it with fresh tomatoes, cucumber or a leafy salad rather than adding another rich side.
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
3.78g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.89g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.