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Melty, salty, stringy cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Cecil muhlama cheese (40 g) has 128 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.8 g of carbs, 9.2 g of protein, 10 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 260 mg of Calcium covers 26% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 40 g
128
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
0.8g
· 0% DV
Protein
9.2g
· 18% DV
Fat
10g
· 13% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 2% · Protein 28% · Fat 70%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 128 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 6.32 g | 32% |
| Trans fat | 0.32 g | |
| Sodium | 312 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.8 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 12 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 224 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 90 g | 288 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Cecil muhlama cheese is a stringy cheese used in muhlama, a hot cornmeal-and-cheese dish associated with Turkey’s Black Sea region. It softens and stretches when heated, though its saltiness and exact texture vary by producer.
Yes, Cecil muhlama cheese can be used to make muhlama. Cook the cornmeal with butter and water first, then add the cheese near the end and stir over low heat until it melts.
No, Cecil muhlama cheese and kolot cheese are different cheeses. Cecil is notably stringy, while kolot is generally sold as a more cohesive cheese; both can be used in muhlama, with differences in melt and stretch.
Cecil muhlama cheese can turn rubbery if it is heated too long or the cornmeal mixture is too dry. Add it after the mixture has thickened, then melt it gently over low heat while stirring.
Add Cecil muhlama cheese after the cornmeal has cooked and the mixture has thickened. This gives the cheese time to melt without prolonged heating, which can make its texture tough.
Kolot cheese or another good-melting string cheese can replace Cecil muhlama cheese in muhlama. Mild Kashar is another option, although the finished dish may not have the same traditional stretch.
To reduce excess salt in Cecil muhlama cheese, briefly soak it in cold water, then taste it before using. Drain it well and avoid adding salt to the muhlama until you have tasted the finished mixture.
Keep Cecil muhlama cheese refrigerated in an airtight container after opening. Use clean utensils when handling it, and discard it if it develops mold, an unusual sour smell, or a noticeably changed texture.
Yes, Cecil muhlama cheese can be frozen in an airtight package. Freezing may change its stringy texture after thawing, so it is best used in cooked dishes such as muhlama rather than served as-is.
Cecil muhlama cheese can be added to toast, omelets, or savory pastries. Its strands soften when heated, so it works well as a filling; adjust other salty ingredients to keep the dish balanced.
Vitamins
B12
0.44µg · 18% DV
Vitamin A
104µg · 12% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
Biotin
1.2µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Calcium
260mg · 26% DV
Phosphorus
168mg · 24% DV
Sodium
312mg · 14% DV
Zinc
1.12mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
38mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 128 calories in 1 serving (medium) (40 g):
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Cecil muhlama cheese is a stringy, salty cheese used in muhlama, the rich pan-cooked dish associated with Turkey’s Black Sea region. It melts with butter and cornmeal into a soft, stretchy mixture; the cheese’s saltiness and melting quality are central to the result.
Serve it hot, straight from the pan, with bread for dipping. In Turkey it is often enjoyed at breakfast or shared at the table, and it also makes a hearty brunch for cooks elsewhere. The cheese is protein-rich but also high in fat and energy. For a lighter serving, use less butter and pair the dish with fresh tomatoes or greens.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
6.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.28g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.