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High-protein savory egg dish with curd cheese and tomato paste
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Eggs with curd cheese and tomato paste (180 g) has 277 calories. That works out to 154 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.6 g of carbs, 20.9 g of protein, 19.1 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 19.8 µg of Biotin covers 66% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
277
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
5.6g
· 2% DV
Protein
20.9g
· 42% DV
Fat
19.1g
· 24% 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 8% · Protein 30% · Fat 62%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 277 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.1 g | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 5.76 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 513 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.6 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 20.9 g | 42% |
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 | 277 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 45 g | 69 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (small) | 75 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 139 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 154 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 277 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 308 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 260 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 154 calories per 100 g.
Cook the tomato paste briefly in a little oil, then add the eggs and stir gently until they begin to set. Fold in the curd cheese near the end and cook just until warmed through, so it stays soft rather than drying out.
The basic ingredients are eggs, curd cheese, tomato paste, and a little cooking oil. Salt and black pepper are common seasonings; chili flakes, chopped parsley, or green pepper can be added, though they are optional rather than essential.
Yes, eggs with curd cheese and tomato paste make a savory hot breakfast. Serve them with bread and fresh vegetables, or alongside olives; if the paste or cheese is salty, taste the dish before adding extra salt.
Add the curd cheese once the eggs have started to set, rather than frying it from the beginning. This keeps the curds tender and prevents them from releasing too much moisture or turning dry during cooking.
Yes, cottage cheese can replace curd cheese in this dish, although it is usually wetter and may make the eggs softer. Drain it first if needed, and add it near the end just as you would curd cheese.
Cook eggs with curd cheese and tomato paste over moderate heat and avoid adding extra water. If the dish is already watery, leave the pan uncovered and cook gently until the excess liquid evaporates; draining a wet cheese beforehand also helps.
Yes, briefly frying the tomato paste in a little oil brings out its flavor before the eggs go in. Keep the heat moderate and stir it constantly; scorched paste can make the whole dish taste bitter.
Serve eggs with curd cheese and tomato paste with crusty bread, toast, or a simple salad of cucumber and tomato. Fresh herbs add brightness, while a salty side such as olives is best kept modest if the cheese is already salty.
It is better to prepare the ingredients ahead and cook the eggs just before serving, since reheating can make them rubbery. Refrigerate cooked leftovers promptly in a covered container and reheat them gently until hot.
Yes, chopped green pepper, onion, or spinach can be added to eggs with curd cheese and tomato paste. Cook firmer vegetables in the pan before adding the paste and eggs; add leafy greens shortly before the eggs so they do not overcook.
Vitamins
Biotin
19.8µg · 66% DV
B12
1.48µg · 62% DV
B2
0.56mg · 43% DV
B5
1.55mg · 31% DV
Minerals
Selenium
32µg · 58% DV
Phosphorus
317mg · 45% DV
Iodine
43µg · 29% DV
Sodium
513mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
328mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Eggs with curd cheese and tomato paste is a simple skillet dish made by cooking eggs with lor, a mild, fresh Turkish curd cheese, and tomato paste. The cheese softens into the eggs while the paste adds a savoury, gently tangy depth. It is usually served hot, with bread for scooping and perhaps fresh vegetables alongside.
In Turkey, it fits naturally on a breakfast table, though it also makes an easy lunch or supper; elsewhere, it works as a quick, filling meal at any time of day. It is a protein-rich savoury dish, providing 11.6 g of protein per 100 g. Use a modest amount of oil and add herbs or a salad for a lighter 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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.76g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.38g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.