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High-protein traditional menemen with eggs and lor cheese
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Menemen with lor cheese and two eggs (220 g) has 260 calories. That works out to 118 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.9 g of carbs, 17.8 g of protein, 16.7 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 18 µg of Biotin covers 60% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 220 g
260
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
7.9g
· 3% DV
Protein
17.8g
· 36% DV
Fat
16.7g
· 21% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 12% · Protein 28% · Fat 60%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 260 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.7 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 5.17 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 462 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.9 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 17.8 g | 36% |
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 serving (medium) | 220 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 18 g | 21 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 36 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 55 g | 65 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 110 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 212 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 200 g | 236 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 354 kcal |
Calculated from 118 calories per 100 g.
Cook chopped peppers in a little oil until softened, then add tomatoes and let their excess liquid evaporate. Stir in the lor cheese, crack in the two eggs, and cook gently until the eggs reach your preferred texture.
Menemen with lor cheese and two eggs is a Turkish egg dish in which eggs are usually stirred into a tomato-and-pepper mixture; shakshuka commonly leaves the eggs whole in wells of spiced tomato sauce. Lor gives this version a mild, fresh-cheese addition.
Add the lor cheese after the tomatoes have softened and some of their liquid has cooked off, just before adding the eggs. Stir it in briefly; prolonged cooking can make the fresh cheese dry and the finished menemen less creamy.
It can, but onion is optional in menemen with lor cheese and two eggs. Cook chopped onion until soft before adding the peppers and tomatoes; leaving it out gives the dish a simpler, more tomato-forward flavor.
Either style works for menemen with lor cheese and two eggs. Stir the eggs gently into the tomato mixture for a soft, scrambled texture, or leave the yolks mostly intact for distinct bites; take the pan off the heat while they are still slightly soft.
Serve menemen with lor cheese and two eggs with crusty bread or Turkish bread to scoop up the tomato and egg. Olives, sliced cucumber, and tea make it a classic breakfast spread; a simple salad also works for lunch.
Cook the tomatoes uncovered until they have released and lost much of their liquid before adding lor and eggs. Adding the eggs too early traps moisture in the finished dish, while covering the pan slows evaporation.
You can prepare the pepper-and-tomato base for menemen with lor cheese and two eggs ahead, then add the lor and eggs when you are ready to eat. This keeps the eggs tender and avoids reheating the complete dish until it becomes dry.
Yes, feta can replace lor in menemen with lor cheese and two eggs, but it will make the dish saltier and tangier. Crumble it into the tomato mixture and taste before adding any extra salt.
Yes, reheat leftover menemen with lor cheese and two eggs gently in a covered skillet over low heat, stirring occasionally. The eggs will become firmer than when freshly cooked, so use brief heating and serve as soon as it is hot.
Vitamins
Biotin
18.04µg · 60% DV
B12
1.36µg · 57% DV
B2
0.53mg · 41% DV
B5
1.58mg · 32% DV
Minerals
Selenium
33µg · 60% DV
Phosphorus
312mg · 45% DV
Iodine
40µg · 27% DV
Calcium
211mg · 21% DV
Sodium
462mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
400mg · 12% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Menemen with lor cheese and two eggs is a Turkish take on menemen, made by gently cooking tomatoes and peppers in a pan, then adding eggs and soft lor. Lor is a mild, fresh Turkish curd cheese; it brings a delicate milky taste without overpowering the vegetables.
In Turkey, menemen is a familiar hot breakfast, often served straight from the pan with bread for scooping up the soft eggs and juices. This version is filling and protein-rich, while still centred on vegetables. Serve it with a crisp salad or olives for a simple meal, or use a little less oil and add extra tomatoes and peppers for a lighter pan.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.17g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.38g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.