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Traditional Turkish dessert, pistachio and syrup
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Saray Yuvasi dessert (45 g) has 185 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.2 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 8.1 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Saray Yuvasi dessert is a traditional Turkish syrup pastry, usually made by shaping shredded kadayıf into little nests, filling them with pistachios, and baking them before soaking them in syrup. Recipes vary, but butter is often used to give the pastry its rich flavour and crisp edges.
It is crisp outside and tender, syrup-soaked within, and is commonly served after a meal in Turkey with tea or coffee. The syrup and fat make it energy-dense and rich in carbohydrates; a 100 g portion provides 410 calories. It suits those looking for a sweet treat, though a smaller piece is often satisfying, especially alongside unsweetened tea or coffee.
Selected: 100 g
410
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
56g
· 20% DV
Protein
5.5g
· 11% DV
Fat
18g
· 23% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 5% · Fat 40%
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.2mg · 8% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
B5
0.25mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
70mg · 10% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Magnesium
32mg · 8% DV
Calcium
55mg · 6% 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 410 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 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.
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
6.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 30:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (30:1).
Saray Yuvasi dessert is a Turkish syrup-soaked sweet shaped like a small nest and commonly topped or filled with pistachios. Recipes vary, but the defining features are its nest-like presentation, crisp pastry and sweet syrup.
Saray Yuvasi dessert is made by shaping pastry or shredded pastry into nests, adding pistachios, and baking until golden. Syrup is added after baking. The exact pastry and syrup method can vary between recipes and bakeries.
Saray Yuvasi dessert tastes sweet and buttery, with a crisp pastry texture and the rich, slightly earthy flavor of pistachios. How crunchy or syrupy it is depends on the recipe and how freshly it was made.
No, Saray Yuvasi dessert is not simply another name for baklava. Both can use pastry, pistachios and syrup, but Saray Yuvasi is presented in individual nest shapes, while baklava is usually layered and cut into pieces.
Saray Yuvasi dessert can turn soggy when it absorbs too much syrup or sits in a humid, sealed container. Let it cool before storing, keep it in a cool, dry place, and avoid adding extra syrup if the pastry is already saturated.
Yes, phyllo can be used for a homemade Saray Yuvasi dessert, though the result may differ from versions made with shredded pastry. Brush the sheets lightly with butter, shape them into small nests, and avoid overfilling so they hold their form.
Saray Yuvasi dessert pairs well with unsweetened Turkish tea or plain coffee, which balance its syrupy sweetness. Serve it at room temperature so the pastry and pistachio flavor are easier to appreciate.
Store Saray Yuvasi dessert in a cool, dry place in a covered container, and eat it within a few days for the best texture. Refrigeration can make the pastry firm, while warm or humid conditions can make it lose its crispness.
Yes, Saray Yuvasi dessert can be frozen, but thawing may soften its pastry. Freeze individual portions in an airtight container and thaw them in the refrigerator; briefly warming a portion in the oven can help restore some crispness.
People with diabetes can include Saray Yuvasi dessert only if its syrup and portion fit their individual blood-glucose plan. Because the syrup contains sugar, ask your healthcare professional or dietitian how to account for it alongside your treatment.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.