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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Fried curd cheese with nigella (50 g) has 134 calories. That works out to 267 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.1 g of carbs, 8.6 g of protein, 10.2 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 147.5 mg of Phosphorus covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 50 g
134
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
2.1g
· 1% DV
Protein
8.6g
· 17% DV
Fat
10.2g
· 13% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 6% · Protein 26% · Fat 68%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 134 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.2 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 4.9 g | 25% |
| Trans fat | 0.23 g | |
| Sodium | 260 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.1 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% |
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 piece (medium) | 50 g | 134 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 67 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 214 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 267 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 100 g | 267 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 130 g | 347 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 481 kcal |
Calculated from 267 calories per 100 g.
Fried curd cheese with nigella is a savoury dish made by mixing curd cheese with nigella seeds, shaping the mixture and frying it. The seeds add a distinctive, slightly peppery aroma, and the pieces are often served warm.
To make fried curd cheese with nigella, mix the cheese and seeds, shape the mixture into small patties, then fry until browned. If the mixture will not hold together, drain the cheese well and add a little egg or flour as a binder.
No. Nigella, also called black seed, is not black sesame. Nigella gives fried curd cheese with nigella a pungent, herbal flavour, while black sesame tastes nuttier; substituting it changes the dish’s characteristic taste.
Yes, cottage cheese can stand in for curd cheese in fried curd cheese with nigella, but its curds and moisture may make the mixture loose. Drain it thoroughly and adjust the binder so the patties keep their shape while frying.
Keep fried curd cheese with nigella from falling apart by removing excess moisture and shaping the mixture firmly. Let each patty brown on one side before turning it; moving it too soon can break the crust before it sets.
Fried curd cheese with nigella tastes savoury and rich, with a browned exterior and a soft cheese centre. Nigella contributes an earthy, slightly sharp flavour that distinguishes it from plain fried cheese patties.
Serve fried curd cheese with nigella with sliced tomatoes, cucumber, leafy greens or bread for a simple meal. A fresh salad or plain yogurt also balances the savoury fried pieces without competing with the nigella flavour.
Yes, you can bake fried curd cheese with nigella for a version that uses less added oil. Arrange the shaped pieces on a lined tray, brush lightly with oil and bake until browned, turning them carefully if needed.
Cooked fried curd cheese with nigella keeps for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Chill leftovers promptly, then reheat them until hot throughout; a skillet or oven helps restore some of the browned exterior.
Yes, fried curd cheese with nigella can be frozen after it has cooled. Freeze the pieces in a sealed container with space between them, then thaw and reheat in an oven or skillet; the texture may be softer than when freshly cooked.
Vitamins
B12
0.48µg · 20% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
Vitamin A
71µg · 8% DV
B5
0.24mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
148mg · 21% DV
Calcium
205mg · 21% DV
Selenium
6.25µg · 11% DV
Sodium
260mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
73mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 134 calories in 1 piece (medium) (50 g):
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Fried curd cheese with nigella is a Turkish home-style preparation made by mixing çökelek—a fresh, crumbly curd cheese—with nigella seeds and frying it in a pan. Depending on how moist the curd is, the mixture may be shaped into small portions or cooked in loose pieces.
It is best served warm, often as part of breakfast with bread and fresh vegetables, or as a simple snack alongside tea. The curd’s savoury, slightly tangy taste pairs with nigella’s distinctive, gently peppery aroma, while frying gives the outside a browned finish. It provides protein and is relatively rich in fat, so pair a modest portion with salad or sliced vegetables for a lighter meal.
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 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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.9g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.