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Regional fresh fermented cheese-based dish/product enriched with butter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Minci with butter (30 g) has 86 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 1 g of carbs, 4.4 g of protein, 7.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.3 µg of B12 covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 27 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
86
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
1g
· 0% DV
Protein
4.4g
· 9% DV
Fat
7.2g
· 9% 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 5% · Protein 20% · Fat 75%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 86 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.2 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 4.56 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.24 g | |
| Sodium | 186 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 43 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 25 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 143 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (large) | 60 g | 171 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 257 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 140 g | 399 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 180 g | 513 kcal |
Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.
Minci with butter is a regional fresh-cheese preparation associated with Black Sea cuisine in Turkey. It combines minci, a local fresh fermented cheese, with butter; the name and exact style can vary between communities and household recipes.
Minci with butter is made by gently warming or mixing fresh minci with butter. Keep the heat low and stir until combined rather than cooking it for a long time, which can make the cheese release moisture and turn grainy.
Minci with butter is commonly served at breakfast, warm or at room temperature, with bread for dipping or spreading. It also fits a Turkish-style breakfast table alongside tea and other small dishes; the cheese may already be salty.
No, Minci with butter is not the same as kuymak or mıhlama. Minci with butter centers on fresh minci and butter, while kuymak or mıhlama is typically thickened with cornmeal and made with a cheese that stretches.
Minci with butter uses minci, a regional fresh fermented cheese rather than a single standardized cheese sold everywhere. Its texture and flavor can differ by locality, so recipes may call for a soft, crumbly fresh cheese with a similar character.
Minci with butter is prepared with local minci cheese and butter, while lor is a distinct fresh cheese commonly made from whey. They can look similar, but their moisture, texture, and flavor depend on how each cheese is produced.
Yes, Minci with butter can be eaten cold or at room temperature, although many people warm it gently so the butter blends into the cheese. Avoid leaving it out for a prolonged period because it contains fresh dairy.
Store Minci with butter in a clean, sealed container in the refrigerator and return leftovers promptly after serving. Use it while it still smells and looks fresh; discard it if you notice mold, an unusual odor, or a marked change in texture.
Yes, you can freeze Minci with butter, but thawing may make the fresh cheese watery or crumbly. Freeze it in small, airtight portions and use it in a cooked dish after thawing; do not refreeze it once thawed.
Bread is the classic partner for Minci with butter, especially when it is served warm enough to scoop or spread. You can also serve it as part of a breakfast spread, but it is not a direct substitute for stretchy cheese in recipes such as kuymak.
Vitamins
B12
0.33µg · 14% DV
Vitamin A
78µg · 9% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
Biotin
0.96µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
90mg · 13% DV
Calcium
126mg · 13% DV
Sodium
186mg · 8% DV
Selenium
2.85µg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Minci with butter is a regional dish from Turkey’s eastern Black Sea area, made by enriching minci—a fresh, lightly tangy local cheese—with butter. The cheese has a soft, crumbly texture, and the butter makes the mixture richer and smoother.
It is commonly served at breakfast, spread on bread or corn bread, or warmed so the bread can be dipped into it. For English-speaking readers, it is a hearty alternative to a butter-and-cheese spread; its nutritional profile is notably rich in fat and provides protein. A little goes a long way, so serve a modest amount with tomatoes, cucumber or greens for a fresher, lighter plate.
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.
Low
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.56g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.86g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.21g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.