Mortazza
Mortazza is a popular Iranian street food sandwich, essentially a flatbread wrap filled with a savory, spiced minced meat mixture, often lamb or beef. It's typically seasoned with turmeric, onions, and herbs, then grilled or pan-fried before being wrapped in lavash or similar flatbread.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This sandwich is a balanced meal, providing a good mix of protein from the meat and carbohydrates from the flatbread. A typical serving offers a moderate calorie count, with key nutrients including iron from the meat and B vitamins.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 650 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Potassium | 300 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.0 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 6.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Zinc | 3.0 mg |
| Selenium | 15 mcg |
| Manganese | 0.8 mg |
Per 1 sandwich (approx. 250 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The name 'Mortazza' ironically means 'privileged' or 'the chosen one' in Persian, reflecting its beloved status as a satisfying, everyday comfort food in Iranian cuisine.
AI estimate may be inaccurate · Terms