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Carb-rich noodle dish with curd cheese and moderate protein
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Noodles with curd cheese (220 g) has 370 calories. That works out to 168 calories per 100 g. It contains 53 g of carbs, 15.8 g of protein, 10.6 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 26.4 µg of Selenium covers 48% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 220 g
370
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
53g
· 19% DV
Protein
15.8g
· 32% DV
Fat
10.6g
· 14% DV
Fiber
3.1g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 17% · Fat 26%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 370 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.6 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 4.18 g | 21% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 462 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 53 g | 19% |
| Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% |
| Protein | 15.8 g | 32% |
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) | 220 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 ounce (mini) | 28 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 151 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 140 g | 235 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 302 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 320 g | 538 kcal |
Calculated from 168 calories per 100 g.
Noodles with curd cheese are made by tossing cooked noodles with curd cheese and usually a little butter or oil. Boil the noodles until tender, drain them, then gently fold in the cheese while warm so it softens without disappearing into the dish.
Noodles with curd cheese is a simple Turkish-style dish of erişte, a short, flat homemade noodle, mixed with çökelek, a crumbly fresh cheese. It is commonly served warm as a filling meal, sometimes with butter, herbs, or pepper.
Yes, cottage cheese can replace the curd cheese in noodles with curd cheese, though the result will be wetter and less crumbly. Drain it first if it has a lot of liquid, then fold it into the hot noodles just before serving.
A crisp salad, cucumber-yogurt dip, or roasted vegetables go well with noodles with curd cheese. Their freshness balances the soft, savory noodles; serve pickles on the side if you want a sharper contrast.
No, the curd cheese does not need prolonged cooking in noodles with curd cheese. Stir it into the hot, drained noodles off the heat or warm it briefly in the pan; extended cooking can make it dry and grainy.
Yes, fresh parsley, dill, or mint can brighten noodles with curd cheese. Chop the herbs and stir them in after cooking so their flavor stays fresh; black pepper or a pinch of red pepper flakes also works well.
To keep noodles with curd cheese from turning dry, reserve a little noodle-cooking water and stir in a splash as you combine the ingredients. Add the curd cheese while the noodles are warm, and avoid reheating the dish for longer than needed.
Noodles with curd cheese keep in a covered container in the refrigerator for a few days. Cool the dish promptly rather than leaving it out, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat, adding a little water if the noodles have firmed up.
Yes, you can freeze noodles with curd cheese, but the cheese may become more crumbly or release moisture after thawing. Freeze cooled portions in airtight containers, thaw them in the refrigerator, and reheat gently in a pan.
Yes, store-bought egg noodles or flat pasta work when making noodles with curd cheese. Choose a shape that holds the crumbly cheese, cook it just until tender, and drain it well before mixing so the finished dish does not become watery.
Vitamins
Biotin
7.04µg · 23% DV
B2
0.24mg · 18% DV
B1
0.2mg · 17% DV
B12
0.4µg · 17% DV
Minerals
Selenium
26µg · 47% DV
Phosphorus
260mg · 37% DV
Manganese
0.53mg · 23% DV
Calcium
202mg · 20% DV
Sodium
462mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
211mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Noodles with curd cheese brings together erişte, the dried, ribbon-shaped noodles made in Turkish home kitchens, and çökelek, a fresh, crumbly curd cheese. The noodles are boiled and mixed with the cheese; some cooks finish the dish with melted butter. It is a simple home-style preparation rather than a single fixed recipe, so the balance of noodles and cheese can vary.
Served warm, it has a soft, comforting texture, with the curd cheese adding a gentle tang. In Turkey it is eaten as a filling lunch or supper, sometimes alongside salad or seasonal greens. The dish is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with a moderate amount of protein from the cheese. For a lighter plate, use less butter and pair it with fresh vegetables.
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 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
— 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
4.18g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.54g
Omega 6:3 ratio 19.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (19.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.