Muhlama

Muhlama is a traditional Turkish dish made with melted cheese and a rich, buttery base, offering a creamy and savory experience. This keto-friendly version is perfect for satisfying cravings while staying low in carbs.

Muhlama
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Turkish
400 kcal

Ingredients

  • Unsalted butter - 50 grams
  • Water - 200 ml
  • Psyllium husk - 2 tablespoons
  • Aged cheese (e.g., aged kasseri or cheddar) - 150 grams, shredded
  • Cream cheese - 50 grams
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

  1. In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.
  2. Add the water and psyllium husk to the melted butter, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and add the shredded aged cheese and cream cheese, stirring until fully melted and combined.
  4. Season with salt and black pepper, mixing well to incorporate.
  5. Once the mixture is smooth and creamy, remove from heat and serve immediately in small bowls.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 400
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Carbs: 5 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 500 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 35 g
  • Saturated Fat: 20 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • High in healthy fats, supporting a ketogenic lifestyle.
  • Rich in protein, promoting muscle recovery and satiety.

Tags

TurkishKetoSnack