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High in protein and calcium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Fried Mihaliç cheese (30 g) has 123 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.6 g of carbs, 7.5 g of protein, 10.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 216 mg of Calcium covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
123
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.6g
· 0% DV
Protein
7.5g
· 15% DV
Fat
10.2g
· 13% 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 2% · Protein 24% · Fat 74%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.2 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 5.25 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.24 g | |
| Sodium | 330 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.6 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% |
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) | 30 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 103 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 90 g | 369 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 615 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Mihaliç cheese is a firm, aged Turkish cheese associated with the Mihaliç region of Balıkesir. It has a salty, distinctive flavor and a porous texture; traditional versions are often made with sheep’s milk. Those qualities make it a good candidate for frying.
Yes, you can fry Mihaliç cheese without breading. Its firm texture can hold together in a hot pan, so cut it into thick slices, pat them dry, and fry briefly. Breading is optional and gives it a crisp coating rather than the cheese’s own browned surface.
Mihaliç cheese may fall apart if it is sliced too thinly, is wet on the surface, or is left in the pan for too long. Dry the slices, heat the pan and oil first, and turn the cheese only after its underside has browned.
Fried Mihaliç cheese tastes salty, savory, and more pronounced than a mild fresh cheese. Frying browns the outside and softens the interior, while the cheese’s aged flavor remains noticeable. Pair it with fresh vegetables or bread to balance its richness.
Cut Mihaliç cheese into sturdy, fairly thick slices so they are easier to turn and less likely to break in the pan. Very thin slices can soften quickly and may become crisp or brittle before the center warms.
Yes, halloumi can stand in for Mihaliç cheese, but the result will taste and feel different. Halloumi is typically more elastic and holds its shape well when heated; Mihaliç is more aged, porous, and distinctly salty.
Serve fried Mihaliç cheese hot with tomatoes, cucumbers, fresh herbs, or bread. Its salty, rich flavor also works well alongside a simple salad; avoid pairing it only with other salty foods, which can make the meal taste overly salty.
Yes, soaking Mihaliç cheese can remove some salt from its surface. Drain it and pat it thoroughly dry before frying, since wet cheese can splatter in hot oil. Soaking will not remove all the salt from the cheese.
Store leftover fried Mihaliç cheese in a covered container in the refrigerator once it has cooled. Reheat it in a pan or oven to bring back some browning; a microwave warms it but can leave the cheese softer.
Fried Mihaliç cheese provides protein and calcium, but frying adds richness and the cheese can be salty. Enjoying a modest serving with vegetables and less salty foods makes it easier to balance the meal.
Vitamins
B12
0.42µg · 18% DV
Vitamin A
78µg · 9% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
Vitamin E
0.42mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
216mg · 22% DV
Phosphorus
150mg · 21% DV
Sodium
330mg · 14% DV
Selenium
4.8µg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
32mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 123 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Fried Mihaliç cheese is made by pan-frying Mihaliç, a firm, salty cheese traditionally associated with Balıkesir and the surrounding Marmara region of Türkiye. Often made from sheep’s milk, it holds its shape in the pan while the outside browns and the centre softens. Serve it hot for breakfast with tomatoes and olives, as a savoury snack, or in small pieces alongside other meze. Its pronounced saltiness works well with plain bread and fresh vegetables.
It is high in protein and calcium, but also rich in fat: a 100 g portion provides 25 g of protein. For a lighter plate, use only a little oil and pair it with a generous salad or sliced 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.
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.
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.