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Cornbread with Lor cheese is a hearty Turkish bread rich in protein and calcium, combining cornmeal and fresh cheese.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Cornbread with Lor Cheese (60 g) has 126 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.2 g of carbs, 5.1 g of protein, 3.3 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 57 mg of Phosphorus covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 60 g
126
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
19.2g
· 7% DV
Protein
5.1g
· 10% DV
Fat
3.3g
· 4% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 61% · Protein 16% · Fat 23%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 126 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.3 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.32 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 192 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.2 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% |
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 slice (medium) | 60 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 40 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 90 g | 189 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 315 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 378 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Cornbread with Lor cheese is a savory Turkish-style bread made with cornmeal and lor, a mild fresh whey cheese. Recipes vary, but the cheese adds a soft, moist texture and a gentle dairy flavor to the corn-based loaf.
Cornbread with Lor cheese includes fresh cheese in the batter, unlike basic cornbread, which is usually made without a cheese filling. The lor gives it a softer, more savory crumb, so it can work as a snack or a simple meal alongside soup.
Cornbread with Lor cheese is usually savory rather than sweet. Its flavor is mildly tangy and milky from the lor, with a characteristic corn taste; the exact balance changes with the amount of salt and whether a recipe adds herbs or spices.
Yes, ricotta can stand in for lor in cornbread with Lor cheese because both are mild, fresh cheeses. Ricotta may be wetter and creamier, so drain excess liquid first and adjust the batter to keep it thick enough to bake evenly.
To keep cornbread with Lor cheese moist, avoid adding excess cornmeal and take it out of the oven once the center is cooked. Lor moisture varies, so check the batter before baking; a little yogurt or milk can loosen a mixture that seems too dry.
Yes, cornbread with Lor cheese can be made with cornmeal alone, but the texture may be more crumbly because cornmeal has no gluten. Use a recipe with enough egg or another suitable binder, and let the loaf cool before slicing.
Serve cornbread with Lor cheese with soup, salad, or a vegetable stew for a simple meal. It also pairs well with eggs and fresh vegetables at breakfast; its savory cheese flavor makes sweet spreads a less typical choice.
Yes, cornbread with Lor cheese can be eaten cold once it has been properly stored. Its texture is firmer straight from the refrigerator, so letting a slice sit briefly or warming it in the oven can make it more enjoyable.
Cornbread with Lor cheese keeps in the refrigerator for a few days when cooled and stored in a covered container. Because it contains fresh cheese, do not leave it out for extended periods; discard it if you notice mold or an unusual sour smell.
Yes, cornbread with Lor cheese freezes well when wrapped airtight after cooling. Freeze it in individual slices for easier portions, then thaw in the refrigerator or reheat from frozen in the oven until warmed through.
Vitamins
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
B12
0.14µg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.5µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Sodium
192mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
57mg · 8% DV
Calcium
66mg · 7% DV
Manganese
0.11mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
66mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 126 calories in 1 slice (medium) (60 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Cornbread with Lor Cheese is a Turkish-style baked bread made with cornmeal and lor, a fresh, mild curd cheese. Cornbread is especially associated with Turkey’s Black Sea cuisine, where corn has long been used in home baking; adding lor makes the loaf more substantial and tender.
It has a gently sweet corn flavour, balanced by the soft, slightly tangy cheese. In Turkey, it can be served at breakfast or with tea, and also works alongside soup, greens or a simple salad. It offers protein and calcium as well as carbohydrates, making a slice a filling choice for a light meal or snack. Pair it with fresh vegetables if you want a less heavy plate.
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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.9g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.78g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.