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High-protein egg dish with peppers and çökelek cheese
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Eggs with peppers and çökelek cheese (180 g) has 263 calories. That works out to 146 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.6 g of carbs, 20.2 g of protein, 17.6 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 25.2 µg of Biotin covers 84% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 8 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
263
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
5.6g
· 2% DV
Protein
20.2g
· 40% DV
Fat
17.6g
· 23% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 9% · Protein 31% · Fat 60%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 263 kcal | |
| Total fat | 17.6 g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 5.49 g | 27% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 446 mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.6 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% |
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 | 263 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 66 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 90 g | 131 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 146 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 175 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 135 g | 197 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 170 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 260 g | 380 kcal |
Calculated from 146 calories per 100 g.
To make eggs with peppers and çökelek cheese, soften sliced peppers in a pan, add the eggs, and cook until nearly set. Fold in the çökelek near the end and stir gently so it stays in soft curds rather than disappearing into the eggs.
Çökelek is a traditional Turkish fresh cheese made from the remaining whey or yogurt whey after cheesemaking. It is often drier and tangier than cottage cheese, so it gives eggs with peppers and çökelek cheese a distinctive crumbly texture and savory flavor.
No, eggs with peppers and çökelek cheese are not the same as menemen. Menemen is usually cooked with tomatoes and peppers, while çökelek is central to this dish and tomatoes are optional. Both contain eggs, but their flavor and texture differ.
Sweet pointed peppers, bell peppers, or Turkish sivri peppers all work in eggs with peppers and çökelek cheese. Sivri peppers bring a sharper flavor, while red bell pepper adds sweetness. Cook the peppers until tender before adding the eggs.
Yes, cottage cheese can stand in for çökelek in eggs with peppers and çökelek cheese, but the result will be milder and wetter. Drain it first, and expect a less tangy flavor and a softer texture than the Turkish original.
Eggs with peppers and çökelek cheese can turn watery if the peppers or added tomatoes release liquid into the pan. Cook off excess moisture before adding the eggs, and drain especially wet çökelek. Adding the eggs too early traps the vegetable liquid in the dish.
Serve eggs with peppers and çökelek cheese with crusty bread, sliced cucumber, tomatoes, or olives. The bread works well for scooping up the soft eggs, while fresh vegetables balance the salty, tangy cheese without making the meal feel too heavy.
Store leftover eggs with peppers and çökelek cheese in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat them promptly. Don’t leave the dish out at room temperature for an extended time, since it contains both cooked eggs and fresh cheese.
Yes, you can reheat eggs with peppers and çökelek cheese, although the eggs may become firmer. Warm a small portion gently in a pan, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly hot. Avoid repeatedly cooling and reheating the leftovers.
Add çökelek to eggs with peppers and çökelek cheese near the end of cooking. This warms the cheese without overcooking it or making the eggs dry; fold it in gently so some of its crumbly texture remains in each serving.
Vitamins
Biotin
25.2µg · 84% DV
B12
1.48µg · 62% DV
B2
0.56mg · 43% DV
Vitamin C
33.12mg · 37% DV
Minerals
Selenium
32µg · 58% DV
Phosphorus
317mg · 45% DV
Iodine
34µg · 23% DV
Calcium
212mg · 21% DV
Sodium
446mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
328mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Eggs with peppers and çökelek cheese is a Turkish home-style dish made by softening peppers in a pan, then cooking them with eggs and çökelek, a fresh, crumbly cheese whose texture and tang vary by region. The eggs turn soft and rich, while the peppers bring a gentle sweetness and the cheese adds a pleasantly savoury note.
It is usually served hot, often with bread to scoop up the set egg and cheese, and works for breakfast or a quick meal later in the day. This is a protein-rich choice with vegetables built in. Use a modest amount of oil and serve it with fresh tomatoes, cucumber or greens for a lighter plate.
High
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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
5.49g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.22g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.3g
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.