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Dense, salty, protein and calcium-rich strained cheese
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Kibrit suzme cheese (20 g) has 47 calories. That works out to 235 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 3.3 g of protein, 3.6 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 108 mg of Calcium covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 20 g
47
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
0.5g
· 0% DV
Protein
3.3g
· 7% DV
Fat
3.6g
· 5% 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 28% · Fat 68%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 47 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.6 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.3 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 190 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% |
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 slice (medium) | 20 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 10 g | 24 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 35 g | 82 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 40 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 141 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 188 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 235 kcal |
Calculated from 235 calories per 100 g.
Kibrit suzme cheese is a dense, salty strained cheese. The word “kibrit” may be a product or style descriptor, rather than a universally standardized cheese type, so the name alone does not specify an exact recipe or shape.
Eat Kibrit suzme cheese spread on bread or sliced alongside vegetables. Its concentrated, salty flavor works well with fresh tomatoes, cucumber, and herbs; use it sparingly in cooked dishes and reduce any added salt.
Kibrit suzme cheese is still a strained cheese, but its texture and saltiness can vary by maker. “Kibrit” does not define one widely standardized production method, so compare the actual firmness and taste rather than assuming a fixed difference.
Kibrit suzme cheese is not automatically interchangeable with feta or labneh. It is a dense, salty strained cheese, while feta is typically brined and crumbly and labneh is usually softer; their saltiness and behavior in recipes can differ.
Keep Kibrit suzme cheese refrigerated in a clean, covered container after opening. If it came in brine, keep it submerged in that brine; discard it if you notice mold, an unusual sour smell, or a marked change in texture.
Yes, Kibrit suzme cheese can be frozen, but thawing may make it crumbly or watery. Use thawed cheese in a baked dish, omelet, or pastry filling rather than expecting its original spreadable texture.
Yes, Kibrit suzme cheese works in savory pastries, omelets, and baked dishes. It adds a concentrated salty flavor but may not melt into long, stretchy strands like a melting cheese, so crumble or mix it into the filling.
Yes, Kibrit suzme cheese can make a flavorful börek filling. Mix it with herbs or a milder, less salty cheese if needed, and taste the filling before adding extra salt.
Not everyone with lactose intolerance can eat Kibrit suzme cheese comfortably; straining does not guarantee that all lactose is removed. Tolerance varies, so people with diagnosed intolerance should ask a doctor or dietitian about an appropriate serving.
Kibrit suzme cheese is suitable during pregnancy only if it is made from pasteurized milk and has been stored safely. Avoid it if it is made with unpasteurized milk, since soft or moist cheeses can carry harmful bacteria.
Vitamins
B12
0.22µg · 9% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Vitamin A
46µg · 5% DV
Biotin
0.5µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Calcium
108mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
74mg · 11% DV
Sodium
190mg · 8% DV
Zinc
0.5mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
14mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 47 calories in 1 slice (medium) (20 g):
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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.
Kibrit suzme cheese is a Turkish strained cheese, made by draining away moisture from a milk-based cheese until it becomes dense and sliceable. It has a firm texture and a distinctly salty, milky taste. In Turkey, it is commonly served at breakfast with bread, tomatoes and olives; it also works in salads, pastries or as part of a meze spread. A small slice with fresh vegetables makes an easy snack.
It is a concentrated source of protein and calcium, with 16.5 g of protein per 100 g, and is also relatively high in fat and salt. If you are watching your salt intake, keep the portion modest and pair it with unsalted foods.
High
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.84g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.