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Halloumi cheese

Halloumi
Production AreaCyprus
MilkCow & Sheep
Pasteurized??
Texture??
Fat contentapprox. ??%
Protein contentapprox. ??%
Dimensions/weight??cm x ??cm thick/??-??kg
Aging timeapprox. ?? months
Certification??

Halloumi (Χαλλουμι) is a cheese indigenous to Cyprus. It is generally made from a mixture of cow's and sheep's milk. The cheese is white, with distinctive layered (or flaky) texture and a salty flavor. It has a higher-than-normal melting point, making it an excellent cheese for frying or grilling (such as in shish kabobs).

See also: List of cheeses