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Intensely flavored, salty, aged Turkish cheese made from goat or sheep milk
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Odemis tulum cheese (30 g) has 111 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.8 g of carbs, 6.3 g of protein, 9.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 240 mg of Calcium covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 30 g
111
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.8g
· 0% DV
Protein
6.3g
· 13% DV
Fat
9.3g
· 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 3% · Protein 22% · Fat 75%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 111 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.3 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 5.7 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.36 g | |
| Sodium | 540 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.8 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% |
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 slice (medium) | 30 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 g | 1 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 74 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 222 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 serving (jumbo) | 100 g | 370 kcal |
Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.
Odemis tulum cheese has a bold, tangy, salty flavor and a firm, sometimes crumbly texture. Its intensity varies with the milk and maturation, so it can taste sharper than a mild fresh cheese and is often served in small pieces.
Odemis tulum cheese is made by curdling milk, draining the curds, salting them, and leaving the cheese to mature. Tulum cheeses are associated with maturation in a skin or other container, but the exact method and length of aging can vary by producer.
No. Odemis tulum cheese is an aged Turkish regional cheese with a concentrated, salty flavor, while feta is a Greek brined cheese with its own production tradition and texture. They can sometimes replace one another in a dish, but the result will taste different.
Serve Odemis tulum cheese in small wedges or crumbles with bread, olives, fresh vegetables, or fruit. Its strong, salty taste pairs well with milder accompaniments, and a little goes a long way alongside less intense cheeses.
Odemis tulum cheese can add a salty, savory note in place of Parmesan, especially when crumbled over salads, eggs, or pasta. It is not an exact substitute: its flavor and texture differ, so add a small amount first and adjust the dish’s salt.
Keep Odemis tulum cheese refrigerated in a clean, airtight container after opening. This helps prevent it from drying out or absorbing other food odors; return it to the refrigerator promptly after serving and use clean utensils when handling it.
Yes, you can freeze Odemis tulum cheese, but thawing may make it drier and more crumbly. Freeze it in a well-sealed portion and use the thawed cheese in cooked dishes, such as pastries or baked meals, rather than expecting its original texture.
Odemis tulum cheese comes from the Odemis area of Izmir Province in western Turkey. Its regional name distinguishes it from other Turkish tulum cheeses, which come from different areas and can vary in milk, flavor, and maturation.
To reduce the saltiness of Odemis tulum cheese, soak a small piece briefly in cold water and taste it before soaking further. A long soak can dull its flavor and soften its texture, so use only as much soaking as needed.
Discard Odemis tulum cheese if it develops an unusual rotten smell, a slimy surface, or an unexpected change in color. A pronounced aroma is normal for an aged cheese, so judge it by unusual changes in smell, appearance, and texture together.
Vitamins
B12
0.48µg · 20% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
Vitamin A
84µg · 9% DV
B5
0.15mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
240mg · 24% DV
Sodium
540mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
144mg · 21% DV
Iodine
11µg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
30mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Odemis tulum cheese is an aged Turkish cheese associated with the Odemis area of Izmir. It is made from sheep’s or goat’s milk and has the assertive, salty flavour typical of tulum cheeses. Depending on how it has matured, its texture can be firm and crumbly, making it easy to break into pieces for serving.
In Turkey, it is commonly eaten at breakfast with bread, tomatoes and olives, or offered as part of a meze spread. Its rich, savoury character comes with plenty of protein and fat and very little carbohydrate. A small amount adds plenty of flavour; pair it with fresh vegetables or fruit if you’d like a lighter, more balanced 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 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
— 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
5.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.55g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.33g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.