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High-protein, salty, butter-fried cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Butter-fried Mihaliç cheese (60 g) has 219 calories. That works out to 365 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.3 g of carbs, 14.7 g of protein, 17.4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 432 mg of Calcium covers 43% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
219
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
1.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
14.7g
· 29% DV
Fat
17.4g
· 22% 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 27% · Fat 71%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 219 kcal | |
| Total fat | 17.4 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 10.92 g | 55% |
| Trans fat | 0.42 g | |
| Sodium | 588 mg | 26% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 14.7 g | 29% |
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 | 219 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 91 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 30 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 146 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 329 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 365 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 120 g | 438 kcal |
| 1 serving (triple) | 180 g | 657 kcal |
Calculated from 365 calories per 100 g.
Butter-fried Mihaliç cheese is a Turkish dish made by frying slices of Mihaliç cheese in butter. Mihaliç is a firm, salty cheese associated with the Balıkesir region, and frying softens its center while browning the surface.
Use a well-heated nonstick or seasoned pan and add only a little butter for butter-fried Mihaliç cheese. Pat the slices dry, leave them undisturbed until a crust forms, then turn them once; moving them too early can tear the browned surface.
No, butter-fried Mihaliç cheese usually softens rather than melting into a puddle. Its firm texture helps it hold its shape in the pan, though the inside can become tender and slightly stretchy as it heats.
Butter-fried Mihaliç cheese draws on Mihaliç cheese, a regional Turkish cheese associated with Balıkesir. The cheese is traditionally made from sheep’s milk, though versions can vary, and is known for its firm, salty character.
Yes, butter-fried Mihaliç cheese can be cooked in an air fryer, although it will not have quite the same buttery pan-fried flavor. Use thick slices, lightly coat them with melted butter, and check early so they brown without drying out.
Briefly soak the Mihaliç slices in water before making butter-fried Mihaliç cheese, then dry them thoroughly so they brown instead of steam. A short soak can temper excess salt; leaving them in water too long may dull the cheese’s flavor.
Butter-fried Mihaliç cheese uses Turkish Mihaliç cheese, while halloumi is a distinct Cypriot cheese. Both can keep their shape in a hot pan, but Mihaliç is typically saltier and more porous, whereas halloumi tends to have a springier, more elastic bite.
Serve butter-fried Mihaliç cheese with fresh tomatoes, cucumber, bread, or a simple salad. These mild, fresh accompaniments balance the cheese’s salty richness; it also works as part of a Turkish-style breakfast spread.
Yes, refrigerate leftover butter-fried Mihaliç cheese in a covered container once it has cooled, and eat it within a few days. Reheat it gently in a pan; strong microwave heating can make the cheese overly soft and cause the butter to separate.
Butter-fried Mihaliç cheese can fit into meals, but its salty cheese and added butter make it a rich choice rather than an ideal large daily serving. Pair a modest portion with vegetables or fruit, especially if you are trying to limit sodium or saturated fat.
Vitamins
B12
0.66µg · 28% DV
Vitamin A
171µg · 19% DV
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
Biotin
1.92µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Calcium
432mg · 43% DV
Phosphorus
282mg · 40% DV
Sodium
588mg · 26% DV
Zinc
1.86mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
57mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Butter-fried Mihaliç cheese is made by frying Mihaliç, a traditional, firm and salty cheese associated with Balıkesir and the surrounding region of north-western Turkey. It is traditionally made from sheep’s milk and is known for its large holes and assertive savoury flavour.
The cheese browns on the outside and softens without usually losing its shape. In Turkey, it may be served at breakfast with bread and fresh vegetables, or shared as a small meze; it also works as a savoury snack with tea. It is protein-rich, with 24.5 g per 100 g, but also salty and fried in butter. Keep the portion modest and pair it with tomatoes, greens or other fresh produce.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
10.92g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.48g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.