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High-protein fried fresh cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Fried fresh cheese (60 g) has 193 calories. That works out to 321 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.9 g of carbs, 11 g of protein, 15.7 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 312 mg of Calcium covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
193
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
1.9g
· 1% DV
Protein
11g
· 22% DV
Fat
15.7g
· 20% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 4% · Protein 23% · Fat 73%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 193 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.7 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 9.24 g | 46% |
| Trans fat | 0.36 g | |
| Sodium | 414 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.9 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 11 g | 22% |
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) | 60 g | 193 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 25 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 75 g | 241 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 289 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 321 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 385 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 140 g | 449 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 482 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 180 g | 578 kcal |
Calculated from 321 calories per 100 g.
To make fried fresh cheese, pat the cheese dry, cut it into slices, and cook it in a lightly oiled, preheated pan. Turn it once the first side has browned, and remove it promptly; fresh cheeses can soften or melt if left in the pan too long.
A firm, relatively low-moisture fresh cheese that holds its shape is best for fried fresh cheese. Fresh cheeses vary considerably, so test a small piece first; a very soft or wet cheese may melt rather than brown in the pan.
Fried fresh cheese can melt or fall apart when the cheese is too wet, the pan is not hot enough, or it cooks for too long. Pat the slices dry, heat the pan before adding them, and cook just until the surfaces turn golden.
Yes, you can fry fresh cheese without breading it. Dry the surface well and cook it directly in a lightly oiled, hot pan; choose a firm variety that holds its shape, since a coating cannot reliably prevent a very soft cheese from melting.
To keep fried fresh cheese from sticking, use a well-heated nonstick or seasoned pan and dry the cheese before cooking. Add a little oil, place the slices without crowding, and wait for a browned crust to form before turning them.
Yes, fried fresh cheese can be made in an air fryer, but moist varieties may soften and leak through the basket. Dry the pieces thoroughly, use a light coating if needed, and check them early so they do not overcook or stick.
Fried fresh cheese pairs well with sliced tomatoes, cucumber, leafy greens, and crusty bread. For a fuller meal, serve it with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad; choose less salty sides if the cheese itself is salty.
Yes, you can reheat fried fresh cheese, although it is crispest when freshly cooked. Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container and reheat them briefly in a pan or air fryer; microwaving tends to soften the outside.
Freezing fried fresh cheese is usually not ideal because fresh cheese can become crumbly or watery after thawing, and the coating may lose its crispness. If you do freeze leftovers, thaw them in the refrigerator and reheat in a pan or air fryer.
Fried fresh cheese becomes crisp outside and soft inside when its surface browns quickly while the center warms more gently. Dry the cheese first and use a hot pan, but keep the cooking time short so the center does not melt away.
Vitamins
B12
0.66µg · 28% DV
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
Vitamin A
118.8µg · 13% DV
B5
0.31mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Calcium
312mg · 31% DV
Phosphorus
216mg · 31% DV
Sodium
414mg · 18% DV
Selenium
8.1µg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
57mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 193 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 g):
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Fried fresh cheese is made by slicing or cutting fresh cheese and cooking it in a pan until browned. The exact texture depends on the cheese used; a firmer fresh cheese is more likely to hold its shape as it cooks. It is a simple preparation associated with Turkish home cooking rather than a single fixed recipe.
Serve it hot, when the outside is lightly crisp and the middle remains soft and milky. In Turkey, it can appear at breakfast with bread, tomatoes and herbs, or be served in small portions as a snack or meze. It provides protein, while frying also makes it rich in fat. Use a non-stick pan with little oil and add fresh vegetables for a lighter 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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
9.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.48g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.