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Menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese Calories
Source of protein and calcium; high in sodium and saturated fat.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese (200 g) has 406 calories. That works out to 203 calories per 100 g. It contains 9 g of carbs, 23.2 g of protein, 31 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 2.1 µg of B12 covers 88% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 24 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 200 g
406
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
9g
· 3% DV
Protein
23.2g
· 46% DV
Fat
31g
· 40% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 9% · Protein 23% · Fat 68%
Menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (200 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 406 kcal | |
| Total fat | 31 g | 40% |
| Saturated fat | 14.2 g | 71% |
| Trans fat | 0.5 g | |
| Sodium | 1380 mg | 60% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 23.2 g | 46% |
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 Menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 406 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 18 g | 37 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 203 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 305 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 609 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 400 g | 812 kcal |
| 2 serving (double) | 400 g | 812 kcal |
Calculated from 203 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese
How do you make menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese?
Brown sliced sucuk in butter, then cook chopped peppers and tomatoes in the same pan until the tomatoes soften. Stir in the eggs, and add the melting cheese near the end so it melts without disappearing into the sauce.
What is menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese?
It is a Turkish egg dish made with tomatoes and peppers, enriched with spiced sucuk sausage, butter and melting cheese. It is usually cooked in one pan and served hot, often with bread for scooping.
Should you cook the sucuk before adding eggs to menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese?
Yes. Brown the sucuk first so it cooks through and releases its seasoned fat into the pan; then add the vegetables. Adding the eggs before the sucuk has cooked can leave the sausage underdone.
Which cheese melts best in menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese?
A mild, easy-melting cheese works best, since it blends into the eggs without overpowering the sucuk. Add it near the end of cooking; a strongly flavored or very salty cheese can make the whole pan taste overly salty.
How do you stop menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese from becoming watery?
Cook the tomatoes until some of their liquid evaporates before adding the eggs. Watery tomatoes and adding eggs too soon are common causes; keep cooking gently afterward, since high heat can toughen the eggs before the sauce reduces.
Can you add onion to menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese?
Yes, onion is an optional addition, although menemen recipes differ on whether it belongs. If you use it, soften it after browning the sucuk and before adding the peppers and tomatoes.
What should you serve with menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese?
Serve it hot with crusty bread or flatbread, which works well for scooping up the soft eggs and melted cheese. A simple side salad or fresh vegetables can balance the rich, savory dish.
Can you reheat menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese?
Yes, refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container and reheat them gently in a pan until hot throughout. The eggs may become firmer after reheating, so warm only the portion you plan to eat.
Is menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese a traditional Turkish breakfast?
Menemen is a familiar Turkish breakfast dish, and adding sucuk is a popular variation. Butter and melting cheese make this version richer than a basic menemen, and it is typically served straight from the pan.
Is menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese high in salt?
It can be high in salt because sucuk and melting cheese are often salty before any seasoning is added. Taste the dish before adding salt, and use less sucuk or cheese if you want to reduce the amount.
Menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
2.1µg · 88% DV
Biotin
20.4µg · 68% DV
B2
0.62mg · 48% DV
Vitamin A
330µg · 37% DV
Minerals
Selenium
44µg · 80% DV
Sodium
1380mg · 60% DV
Phosphorus
420mg · 60% DV
Iodine
60µg · 40% DV
Potassium ⭐
570mg · 17% DV
Menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese
To burn the 406 calories in 1 serving (medium) (200 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese?
Menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese is a hearty take on Turkish menemen, a pan-cooked mixture of eggs, tomatoes and peppers. Spiced sucuk adds a savoury, gently chewy bite, while the cheese softens into the eggs as it cooks.
In Turkey, menemen is commonly served hot at breakfast, with bread for scooping up the soft mixture; it also makes an easy, filling meal at other times of day. This version offers protein and calcium, but is also high in saturated fat and sodium, so it may taste quite rich and salty. For a lighter pan, use less butter and sucuk and add extra peppers or tomatoes.
How Nutritious Is Menemen with sucuk, butter and melting 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 Menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese Processed?
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.
Does Menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Menemen with sucuk, butter and melting cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
14.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
10.9g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.