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Tokat string cheese Calories
High-protein, salty, traditional string cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Tokat string cheese (30 g) has 87 calories. That works out to 290 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.6 g of carbs, 7.2 g of protein, 6.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 195 mg of Calcium covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Tokat string cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
87
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.6g
· 0% DV
Protein
7.2g
· 14% DV
Fat
6.3g
· 8% 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 33% · Fat 64%
Tokat string cheese nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 87 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.3 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.96 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.21 g | |
| Sodium | 270 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.6 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Tokat string cheese?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 87 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 44 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 15 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 145 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 218 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 290 kcal |
Calculated from 290 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tokat string cheese
What is Tokat string cheese?
Tokat string cheese is a traditional Turkish cheese made in strands that can be pulled apart by hand. It is typically mildly milky in flavour with a noticeable salty taste, and its fibrous texture sets it apart from sliced cheeses.
How do you eat Tokat string cheese?
Pull Tokat string cheese into strands and eat it as a snack or alongside bread and other breakfast foods. Its salty flavour also works well with fresh vegetables; you can tear the strands into salads or savoury fillings.
How is Tokat string cheese different from mozzarella?
Tokat string cheese is usually saltier and eaten by pulling apart its strands, while mozzarella is often softer and milder. Both can soften when heated, but they do not have identical moisture, flavour, or cooking results.
Can you use Tokat string cheese in börek?
Yes, Tokat string cheese works in börek as a savoury filling. Separate the strands before mixing them in, and taste the rest of the filling before adding salt, since the cheese can already be quite salty.
Does Tokat string cheese stretch when heated?
Yes, Tokat string cheese can soften and stretch when heated, though the result varies with its moisture and how it was made. Add it near the end of cooking and use gentle heat to keep it from drying out.
What kind of milk is used to make Tokat string cheese?
The milk used for Tokat string cheese can vary by producer, so there is not one milk type that applies to every version. The cheese is defined by its regional style and fibrous texture rather than a single guaranteed milk source.
How can you make Tokat string cheese less salty?
To make Tokat string cheese less salty, separate the strands and briefly soak them in cold water, then drain and taste. A long soak can wash away flavour and affect the texture as well as reducing saltiness.
How should you store Tokat string cheese after opening?
Keep Tokat string cheese refrigerated in a closed container after opening. If it was packed in brine, store it in that brine; follow the package directions and avoid leaving the cheese exposed, where it can dry out.
Can you freeze Tokat string cheese?
Yes, Tokat string cheese can be frozen, but freezing may make it drier or more crumbly after thawing. Freeze it in a tightly sealed portion, then use the thawed cheese in cooked dishes where a texture change matters less.
Does Tokat string cheese have a rind?
Tokat string cheese usually has no firm rind like a wheel of aged cheese; it is formed into strands. If the outside has dried from storage, that is different from a protective rind, and the cheese should still smell and look normal.
Tokat string cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.33µg · 14% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
Vitamin A
63µg · 7% DV
Biotin
0.75µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Calcium
195mg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
126mg · 18% DV
Sodium
270mg · 12% DV
Zinc
0.93mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 1% DV
Tokat string cheese Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tokat string cheese
To burn the 87 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Tokat string cheese?
Tokat string cheese is a traditional cheese from Tokat, in northern Turkey, shaped into fine strands by stretching the curd. Its layered, pull-apart texture is part of its appeal, and it is typically sold as a compact piece that can be torn apart by hand.
The flavour is savoury and distinctly salty. In Turkey it often appears at breakfast with bread, olives and fresh vegetables, or as a snack alongside tea; the strands can also be used in pastries and other savoury dishes. For English-speaking cooks, it works well torn over warm flatbread or folded into a filling, though its saltiness may mean you need little or no extra salt.
It is a protein-rich, fairly rich cheese, so a modest portion pairs nicely with crisp vegetables for a balanced plate.
How Nutritious Is Tokat string cheese?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Tokat string cheese Processed?
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.
Does Tokat string cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tokat string cheese Good For?
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
Tokat string cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.96g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.74g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.18g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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