Meat Turnover

A meat turnover is a savory pastry consisting of a flaky or doughy crust filled with a mixture of seasoned ground meat, onions, and spices. It is a popular comfort food found in many cultures, often enjoyed as a handheld snack or a quick meal. The filling is typically cooked before being enclosed in the dough and then baked or fried to a golden brown.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in fat and protein due to the meat and pastry crust, providing a substantial amount of calories per serving, often ranging from 300 to 500 calories. It offers key nutrients like iron and B vitamins from the meat, though it may also be high in sodium depending on the seasoning.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	420 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	24 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	680 mg
Iron	3 mg
Potassium	320 mg
Vitamin B12	1.5 mcg
Zinc	3.5 mg
Niacin (B3)	6 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Selenium	20 mcg
Vitamin C	4 mg

Per 1 turnover (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Meat turnovers are a culinary staple across the globe, with variations like the Jamaican patty, the Cornish pasty from the UK, and the Latin American empanada, each reflecting local flavors and traditions. The concept of encasing meat in dough for portability makes it a historically significant food for travelers and workers.