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Smoked semi-hard cheese, high in protein and calcium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (thin) of Smoked Circassian Kashar Cheese (30 g) has 107 calories. That works out to 356 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.6 g of carbs, 7.4 g of protein, 8.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 153 mg of Phosphorus covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (thin) · 30 g
107
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.6g
· 0% DV
Protein
7.4g
· 15% DV
Fat
8.3g
· 11% 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 28% · Fat 70%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 107 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.3 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 5.22 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.27 g | |
| Sodium | 294 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.6 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 7.4 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 slice (thin) | 30 g | 107 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 slice (medium) | 30 g | 107 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 107 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 45 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 178 kcal |
| 2 slice (double) | 60 g | 214 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 214 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 320 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 356 kcal |
Calculated from 356 calories per 100 g.
Smoked Circassian Kashar Cheese is a semi-hard cheese with a pronounced smoky aroma. It combines the familiar firm texture of kashar with a flavor added by smoking, though the exact taste and texture vary between producers.
Smoked Circassian Kashar Cheese tastes savory and distinctly smoky, with a firm, sliceable texture. The smoke can be subtle or quite prominent depending on how it is made, so it may stand out more than a mild everyday cheese.
Smoked Circassian Kashar Cheese is made by turning milk into cheese, then salting and typically aging and smoking it. Smoking and cheesemaking make it a processed food; that description alone does not mean it is ultra-processed. Methods differ by producer.
The key difference is the smoky flavor: regular Kashar usually has a milder, more straightforward dairy taste. Smoked Circassian Kashar Cheese may also have a firmer or drier texture, depending on its aging and smoking method.
Serve Smoked Circassian Kashar Cheese sliced on a cheese board, with bread, crackers, olives, or fresh fruit. Its bold aroma pairs well with simple accompaniments, while other strongly flavored cheeses can compete with its smoky taste.
Yes, Smoked Circassian Kashar Cheese softens and melts when heated, making it suitable for toasties, sandwiches, and baked dishes. Its smoky flavor becomes more noticeable when warm, so start with a modest amount when adding it to a recipe.
It can replace mozzarella when a recipe needs melting cheese, but it will make the result firmer and much smokier. Use it in a smaller amount if you want the other ingredients to remain the main flavors.
Keep Smoked Circassian Kashar Cheese refrigerated and tightly wrapped, or place it in an airtight container. This helps prevent it from drying out and keeps its smoky aroma from transferring to nearby foods.
Yes, you can freeze Smoked Circassian Kashar Cheese, though thawing may make its texture drier or more crumbly. Wrap it airtight in portions and thaw it in the refrigerator; the thawed cheese is often best used melted.
Usually, a natural outer surface formed during smoking is edible. Do not eat a waxy or plastic-like coating, or any covering marked as inedible; if the surface is unclear, ask the seller before serving it.
Vitamins
B12
0.42µg · 18% DV
Vitamin A
78µg · 9% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
B5
0.14mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
153mg · 22% DV
Calcium
216mg · 22% DV
Sodium
294mg · 13% DV
Zinc
1.02mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Smoked Circassian Kashar Cheese is a semi-hard, milk-based cheese associated with Circassian food traditions. Smoking gives it a distinctive savoury aroma, while its firm texture makes it easy to slice and serve.
In Turkey, it is often enjoyed at breakfast or as part of a cheese plate, with bread and tea. Its bold, smoky flavour also works well in a sandwich or toast; fresh tomatoes and greens make simple accompaniments. It is rich in protein and calcium, and also fairly high in fat, so a thin slice can add plenty of flavour. Serve it at room temperature for a softer texture and fuller aroma.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.22g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
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.