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Hatay sıkma cheese Calories
Salty fresh brined cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Hatay sıkma cheese (40 g) has 106 calories. That works out to 265 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.9 g of carbs, 6.6 g of protein, 8.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 192 mg of Calcium covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 27 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Hatay sıkma cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 40 g
106
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
0.9g
· 0% DV
Protein
6.6g
· 13% DV
Fat
8.3g
· 11% 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 3% · Protein 25% · Fat 72%
Hatay sıkma cheese nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 106 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.3 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 5.28 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.28 g | |
| Sodium | 392 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.9 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% |
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 Serving of Hatay sıkma cheese?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 106 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 106 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 159 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 186 kcal |
| ½ cup (diced) | 75 g | 199 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 265 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 150 g | 398 kcal |
Calculated from 265 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hatay sıkma cheese
What is Hatay sıkma cheese?
Hatay sıkma cheese is a minimally processed fresh cheese that is salted and commonly kept in brine. It is shaped by squeezing the curd and is known for a firm, slightly elastic texture. It is a regional cheese from Hatay, Türkiye.
What does Hatay sıkma cheese taste like?
Hatay sıkma cheese tastes milky, tangy, and distinctly salty from brining. Its texture is firmer and more compact than many soft fresh cheeses. The saltiness can vary, so taste a small piece before adding it to a recipe.
How do you eat Hatay sıkma cheese?
Eat Hatay sıkma cheese sliced or broken into pieces, often with bread, olives, and vegetables. It also works in savoury pastries and flatbreads. If it tastes too salty, soak a portion briefly in water and taste it again before serving.
How should you store Hatay sıkma cheese?
Keep Hatay sıkma cheese refrigerated in its brine, in a covered container, and follow the package instructions. The brine should cover the cheese where the product directions call for it; avoid leaving it exposed, as it can dry out.
Is Hatay sıkma cheese too salty to eat?
Hatay sıkma cheese can be quite salty because it is brined, but you can reduce the surface salt by briefly soaking a portion in water. Taste it before cooking, since its saltiness may mean you need little or no extra salt in the dish.
Can you cook with Hatay sıkma cheese?
Yes, Hatay sıkma cheese can be heated in savoury pastries, flatbreads, or simple baked dishes. It softens, but its saltiness and firmer texture may differ from melting cheeses; crumble or slice it and taste before seasoning the rest of the dish.
Can Hatay sıkma cheese be used for künefe?
It can be used for künefe, but Hatay sıkma cheese may be saltier and less suited to the dessert’s characteristic stretchy filling than künefe cheese. Soak it to reduce the salt and test a small amount; an unsalted, stretchy cheese is usually a better choice.
Can you freeze Hatay sıkma cheese?
Yes, Hatay sıkma cheese can be frozen, though thawing may make it crumbly or watery. Freeze it in small, airtight portions and thaw it in the refrigerator. Its changed texture is generally less noticeable in cooked fillings than when served sliced.
How can you tell if Hatay sıkma cheese has gone bad?
Discard Hatay sıkma cheese if it has unusual mould, a distinctly unpleasant smell, a slimy surface, or swollen packaging. Brine can become cloudy for reasons other than spoilage, so consider the cheese’s smell and appearance as well as the package directions.
What can you use instead of Hatay sıkma cheese?
For savoury fillings, use a firm brined cheese with a similar salty taste, adjusting the amount of added salt. Crumbly white cheese can work in pastries, while a stretchy, mild cheese is a better substitute when a recipe needs a melting filling.
Hatay sıkma cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.44µg · 18% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
Vitamin A
72µg · 8% DV
Biotin
1.2µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Calcium
192mg · 19% DV
Phosphorus
132mg · 19% DV
Sodium
392mg · 17% DV
Zinc
0.96mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
34mg · 1% DV
Hatay sıkma cheese Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Hatay sıkma cheese
To burn the 106 calories in 1 serving (medium) (40 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Hatay sıkma cheese?
Hatay sıkma cheese is a regional cheese from Hatay in southern Turkey. The curds are drained and pressed into shape, then the cheese may be eaten fresh or kept in brine. It has a compact, slightly springy texture and a distinctly salty taste. In Turkey, it is commonly served at breakfast with bread, tomatoes and olives, alongside tea; it can also add a savoury note to pastries.
With 16.5 g of protein per 100 g, it makes a filling addition to a meal. If the briny saltiness is too strong for you, briefly soak a portion in water and taste it before serving.
How Nutritious Is Hatay sıkma 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
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.
Is Hatay sıkma cheese Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally 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 Hatay sıkma cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Hatay sıkma 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
Hatay sıkma cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.28g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.24g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.