Runza
A Runza is a savory yeast dough pocket filled with a mixture of ground beef, cabbage or sauerkraut, onions, and seasonings, then baked or fried until golden brown. It is a beloved regional specialty originating from the state of Nebraska in the United States, particularly popular in the Midwest.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This hearty hand-held meal is typically high in carbohydrates from the bread and provides a good source of protein from the beef filling, with a moderate amount of fat. A single, standard-sized Runza generally contains between 500 and 700 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 480 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 40 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.8 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 6 mg |
| Zinc | 3.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
| Selenium | 25 mcg |
Per 1 sandwich (200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The Runza is a unique culinary symbol of Nebraska pride, with its name and recipe believed to have been brought by German-Russian immigrants to the Great Plains in the 19th century. It's so culturally significant that it has its own dedicated restaurant chain and is celebrated annually during the Nebraska State Fair.
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