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Medium 1 hr 15 min~230 kcal 5/10
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Sembusek
A Mardin staple, sembusek folds thin dough around a savory minced filling and bakes into a sturdy regional pastry.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 20 min📖 1 min readServes 8~274 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
30 min prep 25 min cook 25 min rest
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Timeline
Total 1 h 20 min- Prep30 min
- Resting/Marinating25 min
- Cooking25 min
Ingredients
8 servings
Quick:
For the dough
- 450 g Flour
- 220 ml Water
For the filling
- 250 g Ground beef
- 1 Onion
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Salt
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Sunflower oil
For serving
- 4 cup Ayran
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Instructions
- 1
Knead a firm dough with the flour, water and salt, then rest it for 20 minutes.
20 min20:00 - 2
Mix the ground beef, onion, red pepper flakes, salt and oil to prepare the filling.
- 3
Divide the dough into balls and roll each into a thin round.
- 4
Spread the filling over one half, close into a half-moon and press the edge.
- 5
Bake the sembuseks in a 200°C oven for 22 minutes so the ground beef filling is not left raw.
22 min22:00 - 6
Rest for 5 minutes so the juices do not run out when cut.
5 min05:00
💡 Tip: Finely chopping the filling helps the ground beef cook evenly in the oven.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with ayran on the side.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~274
kcal calories
11
g protein
28
g carbs
12
g fat
Protein 17%Carbs 42%Fat 41%
GI 14 · Low GIGL 4 · Low GL
0.8g
Sugar
1.9g
Fiber
314.6mg
Sodium
2.9g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
5/10Moderate satiety, fine between meals
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Sembusek make?
This recipe serves 8.How long does Sembusek take?
Prep 30 minutes, cooking 25 minutes, including 25 minutes of passive resting; 80 minutes in total.Is Sembusek difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Sembusek have?
Approximately 274 kcal per serving. Protein: 11g, carbs: 28g, fat: 12g.Which allergens does Sembusek contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Sembusek need?
This recipe needs 8 ingredients.Is Sembusek filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 5/10; moderately filling, suitable between meals. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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