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Mozzarella

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Mozzarella

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A
  • Primary Cuisine Italian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Cow's Milk (or Water Buffalo Milk)

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Mozzarella ?

A fresh, usually unripened cheese, traditionally made from water buffalo or cow's milk, known for its mild flavor and stretchy texture when melted.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Mozzarella ?

Le/La/L'Mozzarella a un goût mild, milky, slightly tangy avec des arômes fresh milk, creamy.

Taste
Mild, Milky, Slightly Tangy
Texture
Soft, Elastic, Stringy (when melted), Smooth
Aroma
Fresh Milk, Creamy
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 28g (1 oz)
Calories299 kcal
Total Fat21g
Saturated Fat12g
Trans Fat0.8g
Cholesterol64mg
Protein25g
Total Carbohydrate2.2g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars0.5g
Calcium731mg
Iron0.2mg
Potassium95mg

Le secret du chef

For the best melt and browning on pizza, use low-moisture, part-skim mozzarella and grate it yourself rather than buying pre-shredded.

Substituts & Proportions pour Mozzarella

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Mozzarella est Provolone, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Similar stretch and mild flavor, slightly firmer.

Substituts pour Mozzarella avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Provolone Meilleur 1:1 Similar stretch and mild flavor, slightly firmer.
White Cheddar 1:1 Good melting, but tangier and less stretchy.
Oaxaca Cheese 1:1 Excellent melting and stringy texture, Mexican origin.
Vegan Mozzarella (dairy-free) 1:1 For dietary restrictions, varies in melt quality.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Mozzarella

  1. For fresh mozzarella, look for a smooth, porcelain-white exterior.
  2. Low-moisture is best for melting on pizza.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Mozzarella ?

  • Tomatoes
  • Basil
  • Olive Oil
  • Balsamic Vinegar
  • Pesto
  • Prosciutto
  • Pasta
  • Pizza Sauce
  • Garlic.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Mozzarella ?

Mild, Milky, Slightly Tangy Fresh Milk, Creamy

Quel est un bon substitut pour Mozzarella ?

Le meilleur substitut est Provolone (1:1). Similar stretch and mild flavor, slightly firmer.

Comment choisir et conserver le Mozzarella ?

For fresh mozzarella, look for a smooth, porcelain-white exterior. Low-moisture is best for melting on pizza.

Recettes utilisant le/la/l'Mozzarella

Dietary Breads Brunch Kid Friendly

Focaccia Flat Bread Homemade Bread Machine

Experience the irresistible taste of homemade Italian focaccia! This recipe, adapted from a beloved bread machine cookbook, creates a crispy flatbread brushed with olive oil and sprinkled with parmesan cheese and garlic salt. Elevate it further by adding prosciutto, mozzarella, and broiling for a gourmet twist. Perfect as an appetizer with soup, a pizza base, or simply dipped in garlic olive oil. Easy to make and guaranteed to become a family favorite! (Cooking time excludes dough cycle and rising).

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Ingrédients Cheese, Dairy associés

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