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Fat Feta Cheese

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Fat Feta Cheese

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A
  • Primary Cuisine Greek
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Sheep's Milk, Goat's Milk

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Fat Feta Cheese ?

A brined curd cheese traditionally made in Greece from sheep's milk, or a mixture with goat's milk, known for its salty, tangy, crumbly texture.

"The quintessential Mediterranean accent, bringing vibrant saltiness and tang to countless dishes."

Quel goût a le/la/l'Fat Feta Cheese ?

Salty, tangy, briny, slightly sour, creamy (when fresh)

Taste
Salty, Tangy, Pungent, Creamy, Umami
Texture
Crumbly, Creamy, Briny
Aroma
Briny, Goaty/Sheep, Pungent
Acidity
Medium

Technical Metrics

Brine Salinity

~3-7% salt solution

Protein Content

~14g per 100g

Storage in Brine

Up to 3 weeks (refrigerated)

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 28g (1 oz)
Calories264 kcal
Total Fat21g
Saturated Fat15g
Trans Fat0.8g
Cholesterol89mg
Protein14g
Total Carbohydrate4.1g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars4.1g
Calcium493mg
Iron0.7mg
Potassium62mg

Le secret du chef

To reduce its saltiness, soak feta in cold water or milk for 15-30 minutes before serving, then pat dry.

Substituts & Proportions pour Fat Feta Cheese

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Fat Feta Cheese est Goat Cheese (Chèvre), à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Similar tangy, salty, crumbly profile, but often softer.

Substituts pour Fat Feta Cheese avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Goat Cheese (Chèvre) Meilleur 1:1 Similar tangy, salty, crumbly profile, but often softer.
Halloumi Cheese 1:1 Salty and firm, but melts differently, good for grilling.
Cotija Cheese 1:1 Salty and crumbly, but drier and less tangy, Mexican origin.
Tofu (pressed and marinated in brine) 1:1 Dairy-free alternative, mimics texture and can absorb briny flavor.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Fat Feta Cheese

  1. Look for Feta aged in brine for authentic flavor and texture.
  2. Check milk source (sheep/goat/cow) for genuine Greek Feta.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Fat Feta Cheese ?

  • Greek salads
  • spinach pie (spanakopita)
  • roasted vegetables
  • watermelon salad
  • pasta dishes

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Fat Feta Cheese ?

Salty, tangy, briny, slightly sour, creamy (when fresh) Briny, Goaty/Sheep, Pungent

Quel est un bon substitut pour Fat Feta Cheese ?

Le meilleur substitut est Goat Cheese (Chèvre) (1:1). Similar tangy, salty, crumbly profile, but often softer.

Comment choisir et conserver le Fat Feta Cheese ?

Look for Feta aged in brine for authentic flavor and texture. Check milk source (sheep/goat/cow) for genuine Greek Feta.

Ingrédients Dairy associés

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