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Small Frozen Börek Calories
Ready-to-cook, small-sized frozen börek; typically filled with cheese or minced meat, wrapped in phyllo dough.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (small) of Small Frozen Börek (40 g) has 108 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.2 g of carbs, 2.8 g of protein, 5.6 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 0.1 µg of B12 covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Small Frozen Börek Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 40 g
108
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
11.2g
· 4% DV
Protein
2.8g
· 6% DV
Fat
5.6g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 42% · Protein 11% · Fat 47%
Small Frozen Börek nutrition facts table · 1 piece (small) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 108 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.6 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.8 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 192 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.2 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% |
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 Frozen Börek?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 162 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 80 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 216 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 120 g | 324 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 400 g | 1080 kcal |
Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Small Frozen Börek
How do you cook small frozen börek?
Bake small frozen börek according to the package directions, usually arranging the pieces with space between them on a baking tray. Cook until the pastry is browned and the filling is hot throughout, especially when it contains meat.
Is small frozen börek already cooked?
No, small frozen börek is sold ready to cook, not necessarily ready to eat. Bake it fully before serving, since the pastry and filling may need cooking; follow the product’s instructions for the safest result.
Can you cook small frozen börek in an air fryer?
Yes, small frozen börek can be cooked in an air fryer. Place the pieces in a single layer so hot air can circulate, and check them as they cook because air-fryer models vary and pastry can brown quickly.
What is the difference between small frozen börek and fresh börek?
Small frozen börek is portioned and kept frozen until cooking, while fresh börek is usually prepared chilled or cooked soon after assembly. The frozen version is convenient, but its pastry may not have quite the same texture as freshly made börek.
Why does the filling leak out of small frozen börek?
The filling can leak from small frozen börek if a seam splits during cooking or the pieces are handled roughly. Cook them from frozen, leave room on the tray, and turn them gently only if the instructions call for it.
Can you refreeze small frozen börek after it has thawed?
It is safest not to refreeze small frozen börek after it has thawed, particularly if it has been left at room temperature. Refreezing can also make the pastry less crisp; cook thawed pieces promptly and refrigerate any leftovers.
How do you keep small frozen börek from getting soggy?
Small frozen börek stays crisper when it is baked on a hot tray with space around each piece. Avoid covering it while it rests, since trapped steam softens the pastry, and serve it soon after cooking.
How should you reheat small frozen börek leftovers?
Reheat small frozen börek leftovers in an oven or air fryer to bring back some crispness. A microwave works when speed matters, but it tends to soften the pastry; heat the pieces until the filling is hot.
Can small frozen börek be served as a party appetizer?
Yes, small frozen börek works well as a party appetizer because the pieces are already portion-sized. Bake a mix of fillings if available, and identify the cheese and meat options so guests can choose easily.
What should you serve with small frozen börek?
Serve small frozen börek with a simple salad, yogurt dip, or soup to balance its flaky pastry. For a snack spread, olives and sliced vegetables also pair well without requiring another rich dish.
Small Frozen Börek Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.12µg · 5% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
Vitamin A
32µg · 4% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
192mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
36mg · 5% DV
Selenium
2.8µg · 5% DV
Calcium
44mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
44mg · 1% DV
Small Frozen Börek Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Small Frozen Börek
To burn the 108 calories in 1 piece (small) (40 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Small Frozen Börek?
Small Frozen Börek is a ready-to-cook version of börek, the layered pastry associated with Turkish and wider Ottoman-influenced cuisines. Thin sheets of pastry are wrapped around a filling, commonly cheese or minced meat, then frozen for convenient cooking.
Bake or pan-fry it until the pastry is crisp and the centre is hot. In Turkey, small börek pieces are served at breakfast, alongside tea, as a snack, or at iftar; elsewhere they work well as party bites or a light lunch with salad. The pastry makes it a carbohydrate- and fat-containing savoury snack, with 270 calories per 100 g. For a lighter plate, bake rather than fry and pair a few pieces with fresh vegetables.
How Nutritious Is Small Frozen Börek?
Nutrient density
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.
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 Frozen Börek 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 Frozen Börek Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Small Frozen Börek 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 Frozen Börek Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.96g
Omega 6:3 ratio 29.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (29.3:1).
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