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High-protein egg dish with curd cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Egg with curd cheese (180 g) has 281 calories. That works out to 156 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.8 g of carbs, 22.3 g of protein, 19.4 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 1.7 µg of B12 covers 69% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
281
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
3.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
22.3g
· 45% DV
Fat
19.4g
· 25% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 5% · Protein 32% · Fat 63%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 281 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.4 g | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 6.3 g | 32% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 441 mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 22.3 g | 45% |
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) | 180 g | 281 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 20 g | 31 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (grated) | 40 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 140 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 170 g | 265 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 390 kcal |
Calculated from 156 calories per 100 g.
Make Egg with curd cheese by cooking beaten eggs in a pan, then folding in curd cheese and nigella seeds near the end. Cook gently until the eggs are set and the cheese is warmed through, without letting the curds dry out.
A fairly dry, crumbly curd cheese works best in Egg with curd cheese because it adds texture without making the eggs watery. If yours is wet, drain it first; cottage cheese can work too, but it is usually softer and needs extra draining.
Add nigella seeds to Egg with curd cheese toward the end of cooking. This preserves their distinctive aroma and helps prevent them from turning bitter in the hot pan; briefly toasting them beforehand can bring out a stronger flavor.
Egg with curd cheese can turn watery when the curd cheese contains excess liquid or is added too early. Drain the cheese before cooking, use moderate heat, and leave the pan uncovered so moisture can evaporate.
Serve Egg with curd cheese with fresh tomatoes, cucumber, olives, or leafy herbs for a simple breakfast. Bread is a common accompaniment, while a side of vegetables makes the plate feel lighter without changing the dish itself.
Yes, cottage cheese can replace curd cheese in Egg with curd cheese, although the result will be softer and wetter. Drain it well before adding it, and fold it in gently so the curds do not disappear into the eggs.
You can prepare the ingredients for Egg with curd cheese ahead, but it is best cooked just before serving. Keep the curd cheese separate from the raw eggs until cooking, so the mixture does not become watery while it waits.
Cook Egg with curd cheese over moderate heat and take the pan off the heat while the eggs still look slightly moist. The residual heat will finish cooking them, while constant high heat can make both the eggs and curds tough.
Yes, you can bake Egg with curd cheese in a small oven-safe dish. Mix the eggs with drained curd cheese and nigella seeds, then bake until the center is set; avoid overbaking, which can make the eggs rubbery.
Refrigerate leftover Egg with curd cheese in a covered container once it has cooled, and eat it soon. Do not leave the cooked eggs at room temperature for an extended period; reheat leftovers until hot throughout before serving.
Vitamins
B12
1.66µg · 69% DV
Biotin
19.8µg · 66% DV
B2
0.61mg · 47% DV
B5
1.4mg · 28% DV
Minerals
Selenium
32µg · 58% DV
Phosphorus
317mg · 45% DV
Iodine
40µg · 27% DV
Zinc
2.12mg · 19% DV
Sodium
441mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
256mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 281 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Egg with curd cheese is a Turkish home-style dish of eggs cooked with crumbled çökelek, a fresh, usually slightly tangy cheese made by straining yogurt or ayran. Nigella seeds add their distinctive savoury aroma. Recipes vary from household to household, and the eggs may be softly set or cooked firmer.
In Turkey, it is most at home at breakfast, served warm with bread and tea; it also makes a simple lunch. The eggs stay tender while the cheese gives each bite a soft, grainy texture. It is a protein-rich choice, with 12.4 g of protein per 100 g. Use a modest amount of oil and serve it with tomatoes or greens for a lighter, balanced plate.
High
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 2
Minimally 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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
6.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.34g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.