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Aged, salty, firm traditional cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Mihaliç tulum cheese (30 g) has 118 calories. That works out to 393 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 7.5 g of protein, 9.6 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 210 mg of Calcium covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 30 g
118
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.5g
· 0% DV
Protein
7.5g
· 15% DV
Fat
9.6g
· 12% 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 2% · Protein 25% · Fat 73%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 118 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.6 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 6.15 g | 31% |
| Trans fat | 0.27 g | |
| Sodium | 435 mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% |
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) | 30 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 79 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 30 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 197 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 236 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 236 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 80 g | 314 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 393 kcal |
Calculated from 393 calories per 100 g.
Mihaliç tulum cheese is a firm, aged Turkish cheese associated with the Marmara region, especially the Bursa and Karacabey area. It is known for its salty, tangy flavor and characteristic holes, and is eaten at breakfast or grated into dishes.
Mihaliç tulum cheese tastes salty, tangy, and savory, with a fuller flavor from aging. Its firm texture makes it easy to slice or grate, and a little can add a pronounced cheese flavor to salads, pasta, or pastries.
Mihaliç tulum cheese is made by curdling milk, draining and shaping the curds, then salting and aging the cheese. Milk type and aging conditions can vary among producers, which affects the final flavor and texture.
Mihaliç tulum cheese is generally firmer and more notably holey than many other tulum cheeses, which can vary from soft to crumbly depending on their region and method. The shared word “tulum” does not mean the cheeses have the same texture or flavor.
Mihaliç tulum cheese can be sliced for a cheese board or served with bread, olives, and fresh vegetables. It is also commonly grated over pasta, salads, or baked dishes; reduce added salt because the cheese is already salty.
The holes in Mihaliç tulum cheese form when gases produced during cheesemaking or aging leave spaces in the curd. Their size and distribution can vary, and holes alone are not a sign that the cheese has spoiled.
Store opened Mihaliç tulum cheese in a sealed container in the refrigerator to keep it from drying out and absorbing other food odors. Use a clean knife when cutting it, and discard it if you notice unusual mold or an off smell.
Yes, you can freeze Mihaliç tulum cheese, but thawing may make it drier and more crumbly. It is usually better used in cooked dishes such as pasta or pastries after freezing than served on its own.
Mihaliç tulum cheese softens with heat but usually does not melt into a smooth, stretchy sauce. Grate it over pasta or into baked dishes, and adjust the recipe’s added salt to account for its salty flavor.
A firm, salty cheese can replace Mihaliç tulum cheese, especially when the recipe calls for grating it. The substitute may have a different salt level and texture, so add it gradually and taste before seasoning the dish.
Vitamins
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
Vitamin A
96µg · 11% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
Biotin
0.9µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
210mg · 21% DV
Phosphorus
141mg · 20% DV
Sodium
435mg · 19% DV
Zinc
1.05mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Mihaliç tulum cheese is a traditional, aged cheese associated with the Balıkesir and Bursa area of northwestern Turkey. Made from sheep’s milk and matured in a tulum, or skin bag, it develops a firm, compact texture and a pronounced salty flavour.
In Turkey it is often served at breakfast in small slices with bread, olives and fresh vegetables; it can also be grated into pastries or crumbled over salads. Its concentrated flavour means a little goes a long way. It is rich in protein as well as fat, so pair it with crisp vegetables or fruit for a fresher contrast, or use a modest amount when adding it to a dish.
High
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Low
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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 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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
6.15g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.52g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.27g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.