Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Emmenthaler Cheese ?
A medium-hard, aromatic Swiss cheese distinguished by its large holes (eyes), nutty and buttery flavor, and excellent melting properties.
"The iconic "holey" Swiss cheese, a mild-mannered giant of flavor and versatility."
Quel goût a le/la/l'Emmenthaler Cheese ?
Mild, nutty, buttery, slightly sweet, fruity
- Taste
- Nutty, buttery, fruity, slightly sweet
- Texture
- Firm, elastic, smooth, large irregular holes
- Aroma
- Mild, sweet, hay-like
- Acidity
- Low
Technical Metrics
Aging Period
4-18 months
Fat Content
Approx. 45%
Hole Formation
Propionibacterium freudenreichii
Valeurs nutritionnelles
Per 1 oz (28g)Le secret du chef
For the best fondue, combine Emmentaler with Gruyère for a balanced nutty flavor and optimal melting consistency, ensuring a smooth, stretchy texture.
Substituts & Proportions pour Emmenthaler Cheese
Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Emmenthaler Cheese est Gruyère, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Very similar nutty, sweet, and complex flavor profile with excellent melting qualities, though with smaller eyes.
| Substitut | Proportion | Idéal pour |
|---|---|---|
| Gruyère Meilleur | 1:1 | Very similar nutty, sweet, and complex flavor profile with excellent melting qualities, though with smaller eyes. |
| Comté | 1:1 | Another hard, unpasteurized French cheese with a rich, nutty, and slightly fruity taste, also melts well. |
| Jarlsberg | 1:1 | A Norwegian Swiss-style cheese, milder and sweeter than Emmentaler, but with similar eyes and good melting properties. |
| Swiss Cheese (processed) | 1:1 | A readily available, milder, and often creamier alternative for sandwiches, but lacks the depth of true Emmentaler. |
Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Emmenthaler Cheese
- Look for firm, pale yellow cheese with shiny, evenly distributed 'eyes'.
- Avoid dry, cracked, or overly pungent pieces.
- Store wrapped in parchment paper.
Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Emmenthaler Cheese ?
- Wine (Pinot Noir
- Chardonnay)
- rye bread
- apples
- pears
- walnuts
- mustard
- cornichons
- fondue
- gratins
- sandwiches.
Questions fréquentes
Quel goût a le Emmenthaler Cheese ?
Mild, nutty, buttery, slightly sweet, fruity Mild, sweet, hay-like
Quel est un bon substitut pour Emmenthaler Cheese ?
Le meilleur substitut est Gruyère (1:1). Very similar nutty, sweet, and complex flavor profile with excellent melting qualities, though with smaller eyes.
Comment choisir et conserver le Emmenthaler Cheese ?
Look for firm, pale yellow cheese with shiny, evenly distributed 'eyes'. Avoid dry, cracked, or overly pungent pieces. Store wrapped in parchment paper.
