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Small dızmana Calories
Balkan-style baked pastry with yogurt sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (small) of Small dızmana (90 g) has 253 calories. That works out to 281 calories per 100 g. It contains 36.5 g of carbs, 7 g of protein, 8.6 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 20.7 µg of Selenium covers 38% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Small dızmana Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 90 g
253
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
36.5g
· 13% DV
Protein
7g
· 14% DV
Fat
8.6g
· 11% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 11% · Fat 31%
Small dızmana nutrition facts table · 1 piece (small) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 253 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.6 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 3.69 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.11 g | |
| Sodium | 392 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 36.5 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 7 g | 14% |
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 Small dızmana?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 253 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 55 g | 155 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 65 g | 183 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 281 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 130 g | 365 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 506 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 506 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 250 g | 703 kcal |
Calculated from 281 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Small dızmana
What is small dızmana?
Small dızmana is a Balkan-style baked pastry made from small pieces of dough arranged in a pan and covered with a yogurt-based sauce. It may be filled with cheese, though some versions leave the dough plain and rely on the topping for flavor.
How do you make small dızmana?
To make small dızmana, prepare a soft yeast dough, divide it into small pieces, and arrange them in a baking pan. Let the dough rise, pour over a yogurt-based topping, and bake until golden; some recipes fill each piece with cheese.
Where does small dızmana come from?
Small dızmana is associated with Balkan cuisine and is especially familiar in communities with Balkan immigrant roots. Recipes vary across the region and within families, so there is no single topping or filling that defines every version.
What goes inside small dızmana?
Small dızmana is often filled with cheese or a fresh curd-style cheese, but some versions have no filling. The yogurt sauce on top is a defining feature, so a plain-dough version can still be flavorful and tender.
What is the yogurt topping on small dızmana made of?
The topping for small dızmana commonly combines yogurt, egg, and oil, whisked together and poured over the arranged dough. It seeps between the pieces as the pastry bakes, giving the surface a soft, savory finish.
Is small dızmana the same as Bulgarian banitsa?
No, small dızmana is not the same as banitsa. Banitsa is typically made by layering or coiling thin sheets of pastry with filling, while dızmana uses small pieces of dough baked together under a yogurt-based topping.
Why does small dızmana turn out dense or dry?
Small dızmana can turn dense if the yeast is inactive or the dough is baked before it has risen. A stiff dough or excessive baking can also dry it out, so keep the dough soft and bake only until the top is golden.
What do you serve with small dızmana?
Small dızmana can be served warm on its own or alongside a fresh salad, yogurt, or ayran. Because the pastry already has a yogurt-based topping, lighter sides work well without making the meal feel too heavy.
How should you store leftover small dızmana?
Store leftover small dızmana in a covered container in the refrigerator once it has cooled. Reheat it in an oven to help restore the surface, and avoid leaving it out for a long time because its yogurt-based topping is perishable.
Small dızmana Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.28mg · 23% DV
Folate
66.6µg · 17% DV
B3
2.43mg · 15% DV
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Selenium
21µg · 38% DV
Manganese
0.43mg · 19% DV
Sodium
392mg · 17% DV
Phosphorus
115mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
118mg · 3% DV
Small dızmana Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Small dızmana
To burn the 253 calories in 1 piece (small) (90 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.
What is Small dızmana?
Small dızmana is a Balkan-style baked pastry, associated with Bulgarian and Balkan immigrant cooking in Turkey. Small pieces of dough are arranged in a tray and baked with a yogurt-based topping, often enriched with egg. The result is soft and tender inside, with a golden, lightly tangy top.
It is usually served warm for breakfast, brunch or as a savoury snack, and pairs well with tea or a crisp salad. The pastry is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with some protein from the topping; it provides 281 kcal per 100 g. For a lighter plate, keep the portion modest and add fresh vegetables on the side.
How Nutritious Is Small dızmana?
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
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.
Is Small dızmana 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 Small dızmana Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Small dızmana Good For?
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
Small dızmana Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.69g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.48g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.37g
Omega 6:3 ratio 25.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (25.6:1).
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