Knish
Knish is a savory pastry originating from Eastern European Jewish cuisine, consisting of a flaky dough shell typically filled with mashed potato, though other fillings like kasha, meat, or cheese are also common. It's often baked or fried, resulting in a crispy exterior and a soft, flavorful interior.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Knish is generally high in carbohydrates and fat due to its dough and potato filling, with a moderate amount of protein if meat or cheese is included. A single serving (about 100g) can range from 200 to 300 calories, providing some iron and B vitamins from the flour and filling.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 380 mg |
| Potassium | 250 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Calcium | 30 mg |
| Vitamin C | 6 mg |
| Vitamin A | 100 IU |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.2 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 60 mg |
Per 1 knish (113 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, knish has become an iconic street food in places like New York City, symbolizing the adaptation of Jewish culinary traditions in America. Nutritionally, its hearty, filling nature made it a practical, energy-dense food for working-class communities in its early days.
