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Traditional Turkish pastry rolled with thin dough, filled with cheese or minced meat
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Rolled Börek (90 g) has 243 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 27 g of carbs, 7.2 g of protein, 11.7 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 459 mg of Sodium covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Rolled börek is a Turkish pastry made by wrapping thin dough around a filling, commonly cheese or minced meat, then baking it until golden. Cut across, it shows a neat spiral of filling inside flaky, layered pastry. The exact filling and shape vary from home to home and from bakery to bakery.
In Turkey, it is served warm at breakfast, with tea, or as part of a spread for guests; it also travels well as a savoury snack. For English-speaking readers elsewhere, it makes an easy addition to brunch or a picnic, especially when cut into small pieces. It is a substantial pastry, with carbohydrates and fat contributing much of its energy; pair it with a fresh salad or vegetables for a lighter-feeling plate.
Selected: 100 g
270
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
30g
· 11% DV
Protein
8g
· 16% DV
Fat
13g
· 17% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 45% · Protein 12% · Fat 43%
Vitamins
B12
0.35µg · 15% DV
Vitamin A
110µg · 12% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Sodium
510mg · 22% DV
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
90mg · 13% DV
Calcium
110mg · 11% DV
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.
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 270 calories in 100 g:
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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.
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
4.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22.9:1).
Rolled börek is a Turkish pastry made by wrapping thin dough around a filling and baking or frying it. Cheese and minced meat are common fillings, though spinach and potato are also used. It is often cut into short pieces before serving.
For crisp rolled börek, keep the filling fairly dry, brush the pastry lightly with oil or egg wash, and leave space between the rolls on the tray. A crowded tray traps steam, which can soften the pastry instead of browning it.
Rolled börek can be baked or fried, but baking is common for larger batches and uses less added oil. Frying makes the outside brown quickly and is often used for smaller rolls. The filling and wrapping can be similar either way.
Rolled börek often splits when it is wrapped loosely, overfilled, or left with an unsecured edge. Use a moderate amount of filling, roll the pastry snugly, and place each roll seam-side down on the baking tray.
Rolled börek can be filled with crumbled cheese and herbs, cooked minced meat, spinach, or potato. Keep wet ingredients drained and let cooked fillings cool before wrapping; excess moisture can make the pastry soggy or cause it to tear.
Yes, rolled börek can be frozen before baking. Arrange the unbaked rolls separately until firm, then transfer them to a sealed container so they do not stick together. Bake them from frozen, allowing extra cooking time and checking that the center is hot.
Reheat leftover rolled börek in an oven or air fryer to bring back some crispness. A microwave works when speed matters, but it tends to soften the pastry. Keep leftovers chilled and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Rolled börek pairs well with yogurt, a crisp salad, or soup. In Turkey, cheese-filled börek may be served at breakfast with tea; meat-filled rolls also work as part of lunch or dinner alongside vegetables.
Rolled börek is a broad style that may be baked in longer rolls and cut into pieces. Sigara böreği is usually shaped into small, narrow cigar-like rolls and fried. Both can have cheese filling, but their size and usual cooking method differ.
Yes, you can assemble rolled börek ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator until it is ready to bake. For the best texture, avoid brushing it with egg wash too early, and keep moist filling from sitting against the pastry for a long time.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.