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High-protein, low-carb pan dish
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Pan-cooked eggs with lor cheese (180 g) has 277 calories. That works out to 154 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.8 g of carbs, 25.6 g of protein, 17.6 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 1.7 µg of B12 covers 69% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
277
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
3.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
25.6g
· 51% DV
Fat
17.6g
· 23% 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 6% · Protein 37% · Fat 57%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 277 kcal | |
| Total fat | 17.6 g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 5.76 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 441 mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 25.6 g | 51% |
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) | 180 g | 277 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (grated) | 30 g | 46 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 77 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 154 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 100 g | 154 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 160 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 200 g | 308 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 385 kcal |
Calculated from 154 calories per 100 g.
Pan-cooked eggs with lor cheese are made by cooking crumbled lor with beaten eggs in a skillet. Stir over medium-low heat until the eggs are just set, then season. If the lor tastes salty, taste the mixture before adding extra salt.
Lor in pan-cooked eggs with lor cheese is a mild, fresh Turkish cheese that is usually soft and crumbly. It is often made from whey, so its moisture and saltiness vary; drain wetter lor before cooking to keep the eggs from turning watery.
Yes, cottage cheese can replace lor in pan-cooked eggs with lor cheese, though the texture will be wetter and the flavor less distinctly Turkish. Drain it well first, and adjust the salt after tasting since cottage cheese can vary in saltiness.
Pan-cooked eggs with lor cheese turn watery when moisture from the lor or eggs cannot evaporate during cooking. Drain wet lor, avoid covering the skillet, and cook over medium-low heat so the eggs set without releasing excess liquid.
Black pepper, pul biber, and chopped parsley all go well in pan-cooked eggs with lor cheese. Add pul biber and herbs near the end so their flavor stays fresh, and go lightly with salt if the lor is already seasoned.
No, pan-cooked eggs with lor cheese are not the same as menemen. Lor and eggs are the defining ingredients here, while menemen is built around tomatoes and peppers cooked with eggs; you can add vegetables to either, but the dishes remain distinct.
You can prepare the ingredients for pan-cooked eggs with lor cheese ahead, but the cooked dish is best made just before serving. Crumble and drain the lor in advance, then cook it with the eggs when you are ready to eat.
Pan-cooked eggs with lor cheese pair well with toasted bread, sliced tomatoes, cucumber, or a simple green salad. For a Turkish-style breakfast, serve them with olives and fresh herbs; the vegetables add freshness to the soft, savory eggs.
Yes, you can freeze pan-cooked eggs with lor cheese, but thawing may make the eggs grainy and the lor watery. Freeze it in a sealed container and thaw it in the refrigerator; for the best texture, cook a fresh portion instead.
Leftovers of pan-cooked eggs with lor cheese keep in the refrigerator for three to four days. Refrigerate them within two hours of cooking in a covered container, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat until it is steaming hot.
Vitamins
B12
1.66µg · 69% DV
Biotin
19.8µg · 66% DV
B2
0.61mg · 47% DV
B5
1.48mg · 30% DV
Minerals
Selenium
34µg · 62% DV
Phosphorus
356mg · 51% DV
Iodine
43µg · 29% DV
Calcium
212mg · 21% DV
Sodium
441mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
238mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Pan-cooked eggs with lor cheese is a simple Turkish home-style dish, made by cooking eggs with lor, a fresh, mild, crumbly cheese commonly made from whey. Unlike a firm melting cheese, lor stays soft in the pan and has a gentle flavour.
In Turkey, it is often served hot for breakfast, with bread and tea, or as a quick light meal. It is protein-rich and low in carbohydrates, with 14.2 g of protein and 2.1 g of carbs per 100 g. For a lighter version, use just enough oil to cook the eggs; fresh herbs or chopped tomato make easy additions.
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.76g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.84g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.34g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.