Ready & Packaged Foods
All →Vegetables & Legumes
All →Desserts & Confectionery
All →Meat & Protein
All →Grains & Bakery
All →Beverages
All →Milk & Dairy
All →
Cheese piruhi Calories
Cheese-filled dumpling/pastry, high in carbohydrates with moderate protein
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Cheese piruhi (180 g) has 459 calories. That works out to 255 calories per 100 g. It contains 56.7 g of carbs, 16.6 g of protein, 18.2 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 23.4 µg of Selenium covers 43% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Cheese piruhi Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
459
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
56.7g
· 21% DV
Protein
16.6g
· 33% DV
Fat
18.2g
· 23% DV
Fiber
2.9g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 15% · Fat 35%
Cheese piruhi nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 459 kcal | |
| Total fat | 18.2 g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 7.74 g | 39% |
| Trans fat | 0.36 g | |
| Sodium | 648 mg | 28% |
| Total carbohydrate | 56.7 g | 21% |
| Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% |
| Protein | 16.6 g | 33% |
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.
Log this food in EatBetter
100,000+ people use it
- Get your daily calorie target
- Snap your meal, log it in seconds
- See every vitamin and mineral
📸 Scan the code to get the app free.
How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Cheese piruhi?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 459 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 77 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 90 g | 230 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 140 g | 357 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 150 g | 383 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 638 kcal |
Calculated from 255 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cheese piruhi
What is cheese piruhi?
Cheese piruhi is a filled dough dish: pieces of dough are wrapped around a cheese filling and cooked. It resembles other dumplings, but its filling, shape and serving style vary with the recipe.
How do you make cheese piruhi?
To make cheese piruhi, prepare a simple flour-based dough, roll it out, add small portions of cheese filling and seal the edges. The dumplings are usually boiled, then served with a topping or sauce.
What is cheese piruhi served with?
Cheese piruhi is usually served hot, often with melted butter, yogurt or walnuts, depending on the recipe. Choose a topping that complements the cheese rather than masking its flavor.
Where does cheese piruhi come from?
Cheese piruhi is associated with Caucasian food traditions, including Circassian cooking. Recipes have traveled and changed across communities, so the filling, shape and customary accompaniments are not identical everywhere.
What cheese goes in cheese piruhi?
Cheese piruhi is commonly made with a crumbly cheese such as curd cheese, farmer’s cheese or a mild brined cheese. If the cheese is already salty, taste the filling before adding more salt.
Is cheese piruhi boiled or fried?
Cheese piruhi is generally boiled in water rather than fried. Use a roomy pot and lower the dumplings in gently so they have space to cook without sticking together or tearing.
How is cheese piruhi different from pierogi?
Cheese piruhi and pierogi are both dough parcels, but they come from different culinary traditions and do not have one standard shared recipe. Cheese piruhi is associated with Caucasian cooking, while pierogi are most closely linked with Central and Eastern Europe.
How do you stop cheese piruhi from opening while cooking?
Seal cheese piruhi firmly, keeping the filling away from the edges so the dough can stick together. Add them gently to boiling water and avoid overcrowding the pot, which can make the dumplings knock against one another.
Can you freeze cheese piruhi?
Yes, cheese piruhi can be frozen before cooking. Arrange the dumplings apart on a tray until firm, then transfer them to a sealed freezer bag; cook them from frozen rather than thawing first.
How should you store and reheat leftover cheese piruhi?
Refrigerate leftover cheese piruhi in a covered container once cool, and eat it promptly. Reheat it gently in a pan with a splash of water or covered in a microwave; storing the sauce separately helps prevent sogginess.
Cheese piruhi Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.68µg · 28% DV
B2
0.32mg · 25% DV
Biotin
7.2µg · 24% DV
Vitamin A
165.6µg · 18% DV
Minerals
Selenium
23µg · 42% DV
Phosphorus
297mg · 42% DV
Sodium
648mg · 28% DV
Calcium
266mg · 27% DV
Potassium ⭐
212mg · 6% DV
Cheese piruhi Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cheese piruhi
To burn the 459 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
🚶
Walking (5 km/h)
🏃
Running (8 km/h)
🚴
Cycling
🏊
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 piruhi?
Cheese piruhi is a dumpling associated with Crimean Tatar cooking: thin dough is folded around a cheese filling, much like a small parcel or ravioli. The filling is often made with a mild, crumbly cheese, and the dumplings are typically boiled until tender.
They’re served warm, commonly with melted butter and sometimes yogurt or walnuts. The soft, yielding dough contrasts with the lightly salty, creamy filling; enjoy them as a main dish or share them at the table. They provide plenty of carbohydrates alongside a moderate amount of protein. For a lighter plate, go easy on the butter and serve with a fresh salad or plain yogurt.
How Nutritious Is Cheese piruhi?
Nutrient density
Low
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
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 piruhi 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 piruhi Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cheese piruhi 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 piruhi Fat Profile
SATURATED
7.74g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.4:1).
Compare Cheese piruhi
Foods Similar to Cheese piruhi
Have another question about Cheese piruhi?
Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.
Scan calories with your camera
Instant AI nutrition analysis
Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.