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Small folded dough parcels with crumbly white cheese showing at their seams are arranged on a plate beneath a layer of white yogurt and streaks of red butter sauce.

Cheese Peruhi Calories

Traditional dumpling-like pasta filled with cheese

CALORIES · 100 G

248kcal

GI

52medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

118mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.5g

Quick answer

1 serving (medium) of Cheese Peruhi (180 g) has 446 calories. That works out to 248 calories per 100 g. It contains 56.5 g of carbs, 16.4 g of protein, 16.9 g of fat and 2.7 g of fiber. Its 25.2 µg of Selenium covers 46% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Cheese Peruhi Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g

446

KCAL / 180G

Carbs

56.5g

· 21% DV

Protein

16.4g

· 33% DV

Fat

16.9g

· 22% DV

Fiber

2.7g

· 10% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 15% · Fat 34%

Cheese Peruhi nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (180 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories446 kcal
Total fat16.9 g22%
Saturated fat7.38 g37%
Trans fat0.22 g
Sodium641 mg28%
Total carbohydrate56.5 g21%
Fiber2.7 g10%
Protein16.4 g33%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Cheese Peruhi?

ServingAmountCalories
1 serving (medium)180 g446 kcal
1 piece (small)22 g55 kcal
4 piece (medium)88 g218 kcal
100 g100 g248 kcal
1 serving (small)120 g298 kcal
6 piece (large)132 g327 kcal
1 cup (whole)165 g409 kcal
8 piece (extra large)176 g436 kcal
1 serving (large)260 g645 kcal

Calculated from 248 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cheese Peruhi

What is cheese peruhi?

Cheese peruhi is a dumpling-like dish made by enclosing a cheese filling in dough and cooking the pieces, usually by boiling. It is associated with Circassian cuisine, and its shape and filling can vary between family and regional recipes.

Is cheese peruhi the same as ravioli?

No. Cheese peruhi and ravioli are both filled pasta, but peruhi belongs to a distinct regional tradition and is commonly served boiled with butter or yogurt. Ravioli recipes and sauces vary widely and are not specific to Circassian cuisine.

Where does cheese peruhi come from?

Cheese peruhi is associated with Circassian cooking and is made in parts of Turkey with Circassian communities. There is no single fixed recipe: families may use different cheeses, dough shapes, and toppings.

What cheese is used in cheese peruhi?

A crumbly cheese that can be enclosed without making the dough wet works well in cheese peruhi. Recipes may use curd-style cheese, lor, or çökelek; drain moist cheese first so the filling does not leak through the dough.

How do you make cheese peruhi dough?

Cheese peruhi dough is made by mixing flour with water and, in some recipes, egg, then kneading it until smooth and rolling it thin. Recipes differ, so add the cheese filling only after the dough is rolled and cut.

How do you know when cheese peruhi is cooked?

Cheese peruhi is cooked when the dough is tender and the filling is hot. Boil the pieces in plenty of water and lift one out to check; cooking time varies with the size and thickness of the dumplings.

What is cheese peruhi traditionally served with?

Cheese peruhi is often served hot with melted butter, and yogurt is another common accompaniment. Keep toppings simple so they complement rather than overpower the cheese filling.

Can you freeze cheese peruhi?

Yes, freeze cheese peruhi uncooked. Arrange the dumplings in a single layer until firm, then transfer them to a sealed container; cook them straight from frozen in boiling water so they are less likely to stick together.

Can you fry cheese peruhi?

Yes. Boil cheese peruhi first, then briefly fry it in butter for a browned exterior. Frying it without boiling may leave the dough undercooked, especially if the dumplings are thick.

How should leftover cheese peruhi be stored and reheated?

Refrigerate leftover cheese peruhi in a covered container once it has cooled, keeping yogurt or sauce separate when possible. Reheat it gently in a pan with a splash of water to soften the dough, or warm it in the microwave.

Cheese Peruhi Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.68µg · 28% DV

B2

0.32mg · 25% DV

Biotin

7.2µg · 24% DV

Vitamin A

147.6µg · 16% DV

Minerals

Selenium

25µg · 45% DV

Phosphorus

292mg · 42% DV

Sodium

641mg · 28% DV

Calcium

266mg · 27% DV

Potassium ⭐

212mg · 6% DV

Cheese Peruhi Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

52
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

28.8
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Cheese Peruhi

To burn the 446 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):

🚶

110min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

46min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

61min

Cycling

🏊

52min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Cheese Peruhi?

Cheese Peruhi is a Turkish dumpling-like dish: small pieces of dough are folded around a savoury cheese filling and boiled. It is associated with home cooking in parts of Anatolia, particularly the western Black Sea region. The dumplings are tender, with a mild, salty centre, and are usually served hot, often with yoghurt and melted butter; herbs or chilli flakes make a welcome finishing touch. The dough makes them a carbohydrate-forward meal, while the cheese contributes protein—about 9.1 g per 100 g. For a lighter serving, use a modest amount of butter and add plain yoghurt alongside.

How Nutritious Is Cheese Peruhi?

Nutrient density

Medium

39/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

36/ 100

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.

Is Cheese Peruhi Processed?

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.

Does Cheese Peruhi Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Cheese Peruhi Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Cheese Peruhi Fat Profile

SATURATED

7.38g

MONOUNSATURATED

4.68g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.26g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 12.4:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (12.4:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.