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Fried keş cheese Calories
Traditional dairy food, high in protein and salt, energy-dense when fried in oil
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Fried keş cheese (40 g) has 146 calories. That works out to 365 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.7 g of carbs, 9.8 g of protein, 11.1 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 248 mg of Calcium covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Fried keş cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
146
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
1.7g
· 1% DV
Protein
9.8g
· 20% DV
Fat
11.1g
· 14% 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 5% · Protein 27% · Fat 68%
Fried keş cheese nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 146 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.1 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 5.84 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.32 g | |
| Sodium | 392 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.7 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 9.8 g | 20% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Fried keş cheese?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 146 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 73 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 219 kcal |
| ½ cup (diced) | 70 g | 255 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 80 g | 292 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 365 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 365 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 120 g | 438 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 140 g | 511 kcal |
Calculated from 365 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fried keş cheese
What does fried keş cheese taste like?
Fried keş cheese tastes tangy, savory, and distinctly salty, with a browned surface after cooking. Its flavor is more concentrated than fresh yogurt or many soft cheeses because keş is a dried, fermented dairy product.
Where does fried keş cheese come from?
Fried keş cheese comes from Turkish food traditions. Keş is made in different forms across parts of Anatolia, including regional varieties associated with Bolu; recipes and texture vary from place to place.
How is keş cheese different from feta?
Keş is typically a dried, fermented yogurt-based product, while feta is a moist cheese aged in brine. That makes keş denser and often more concentrated in flavor; the two do not behave the same when fried.
Can you eat fried keş cheese without cooking it?
Yes, keş is a fermented dairy product that is often eaten without frying. Fried keş cheese is simply one cooked preparation; eat uncooked keş only when it has been properly made and stored.
Can you make fried keş cheese in an air fryer?
Yes, you can cook fried keş cheese in an air fryer, although the result may be drier and less evenly browned than pan-frying. Lightly oil the pieces, arrange them without crowding, and check early so they do not dry out.
Why does fried keş cheese fall apart in the pan?
Fried keş cheese can fall apart if the pieces are too thin, the keş is soft or damp, or you turn it before a crust forms. Pat it dry, use thicker slices, and let one side brown before flipping.
How can you make fried keş cheese less salty?
To make fried keş cheese less salty, briefly soak the slices in water, then pat them thoroughly dry before frying. Avoid a long soak, which can soften the pieces and make them harder to handle in the pan.
What can you serve with fried keş cheese?
Serve fried keş cheese with bread and fresh vegetables, or pair it with a simple salad to balance its rich, salty taste. It also works as part of a Turkish-style breakfast spread; skip adding extra salt to the other dishes.
How should you store leftover fried keş cheese?
Store leftover fried keş cheese in a covered container in the refrigerator once it has cooled. Reheat it briefly in a pan for a better texture, and discard it if it develops an unusual smell or appearance.
Is fried keş cheese the same as keş kızartması?
Yes, “keş kızartması” is a Turkish name for fried keş cheese. It describes keş cooked in a pan, commonly with oil; recipes differ in how thickly the keş is sliced and how browned it is served.
Fried keş cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.44µg · 18% DV
Vitamin A
104µg · 12% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
Biotin
1.4µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Calcium
248mg · 25% DV
Phosphorus
172mg · 25% DV
Sodium
392mg · 17% DV
Zinc
1.24mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
44mg · 1% DV
Fried keş cheese Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Fried keş cheese
To burn the 146 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Fried keş cheese?
Fried keş cheese is made by frying keş, a traditional dried, strained-yogurt cheese associated especially with parts of Turkey’s western Black Sea region. Its tangy, salty flavour becomes more savoury when heated; the outside can turn lightly crisp while the centre stays dense and soft. Recipes and texture vary by locality and producer.
In Turkey, it may be served warm with bread at breakfast or as part of a simple home meal. For English-speaking readers elsewhere, it works as a small savoury plate alongside fresh vegetables or bread. It is protein-rich, but also salty and energy-dense after frying in oil. A modest portion lets its concentrated flavour stand out without making it the main part of the meal.
How Nutritious Is Fried keş cheese?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
Low
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.
Is Fried keş cheese Processed?
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.
Does Fried keş cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Fried keş cheese Good For?
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
Fried keş cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.84g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.24g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.76g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.8:1).
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