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Turkish breakfast classic with eggs, tomatoes, peppers, and Kaşar cheese.
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Menemen with Kaşar Cheese (180 g) has 252 calories. That works out to 140 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.4 g of carbs, 13.5 g of protein, 16.4 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 14.4 µg of Biotin covers 48% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Menemen with Kaşar Cheese is a Turkish pan-cooked egg dish made with tomatoes and green peppers, finished with melting Kaşar, a mild, semi-hard Turkish cheese. The eggs are usually left soft and loosely set; tomatoes add a gentle tang, while the cheese brings a savoury, creamy finish.
In Turkey, it is most often served hot for breakfast, straight from the pan or a small skillet, with bread for dipping and tea alongside. It also makes an easy light supper. Eggs and cheese give it some protein, while the vegetables keep the dish bright; it provides 7.5 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter version, use a little less cooking oil and add extra tomato and pepper.
Selected: 100 g
140
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
5.2g
· 2% DV
Protein
7.5g
· 15% DV
Fat
9.1g
· 12% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 16% · Protein 23% · Fat 61%
Vitamins
Biotin
8µg · 27% DV
B12
0.6µg · 25% DV
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
B5
0.7mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
135mg · 19% DV
Sodium
380mg · 17% DV
Calcium
160mg · 16% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 140 calories in 100 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.
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
4.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.6:1).
Menemen with Kaşar Cheese is a Turkish pan dish of eggs cooked with tomatoes and green peppers, finished with melted Kaşar. It is commonly eaten at breakfast and served straight from the pan with bread.
Menemen with Kaşar Cheese has grated Kaşar melted over the eggs, while plain menemen is usually made without cheese. The cheese makes the top richer and adds a mild, savory flavor without changing the tomato-and-pepper base.
Add Kaşar near the end of cooking Menemen with Kaşar Cheese, after the eggs have started to set. Putting it on top lets it melt while the eggs stay tender; adding it too early can make the mixture oily or overcooked.
Menemen with Kaşar Cheese can turn watery when the tomatoes release more liquid than can evaporate before the eggs go in. Cook the tomato and pepper mixture uncovered until it thickens, then add the eggs and finish with Kaşar.
Yes, mozzarella can replace Kaşar in Menemen with Kaşar Cheese, but the result will be milder and may release more moisture. Use a low-moisture mozzarella and add it at the end, as you would the Kaşar.
Menemen with Kaşar Cheese can be served with either soft, slightly runny eggs or a firmer set, depending on preference. For the soft style, take the pan off the heat while the eggs still look a little loose; residual heat will finish them.
Crusty bread, Turkish pide, or sourdough all pair well with Menemen with Kaşar Cheese. Their texture makes it easy to scoop up the soft eggs, tomato, pepper, and melted cheese straight from the pan.
Yes, you can make Menemen with Kaşar Cheese without green peppers, though the flavor will be less aromatic and slightly sweeter. Cook the tomatoes until thick before adding the eggs, since peppers normally add texture and balance to the dish.
Leftover Menemen with Kaşar Cheese keeps for up to three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, gently in a pan or microwave, because repeated heating makes the eggs tough.
Freezing Menemen with Kaşar Cheese is not recommended because cooked eggs can become rubbery and tomatoes watery after thawing. It tastes best freshly cooked; if saving leftovers, refrigerate them and reheat gently instead.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.