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Mozzarella Cheese Touch

N/A (Food product, from Bos taurus) Allergens: Milk
Mozzarella Cheese Touch

Sourcing & Taxonomy

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

What Is Mozzarella Cheese Touch?

A fresh, mild, semi-soft cheese traditionally made from buffalo milk, widely used for its meltability.

What Does Mozzarella Cheese Touch Taste Like?

Mozzarella Cheese Touch has a mild, milky, slightly tangy taste with mild, dairy aromas.

Taste
Mild, Milky, Slightly Tangy
Texture
Elastic, Springy, Creamy (fresh), Stretchy (melted)
Aroma
Mild, Dairy
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 28g (1 oz)
Calories300 kcal
Total Fat22g
Saturated Fat14g
Trans Fat0.7g
Cholesterol79mg
Protein22g
Total Carbohydrate2.5g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars1g
Calcium500mg
Iron0.1mg
Potassium70mg

Chef’s Secret

For optimal melt, grate low-moisture mozzarella from a block rather than using pre-shredded varieties, which contain anti-caking agents.

Mozzarella Cheese Touch Substitutes & Ratios

The best substitute for Mozzarella Cheese Touch is Provolone, used at a 1:1 ratio. Good melt, mild flavor, works well in most cooked applications like pizza.

Substitutes for Mozzarella Cheese Touch with ratios
Substitute Ratio Best for
Provolone Best 1:1 Good melt, mild flavor, works well in most cooked applications like pizza.
Monterey Jack 1:1 Similar mildness and excellent melt, but less elasticity.
Fresh Ricotta (for fresh mozzarella) 1:1 Offers a creamy, fresh dairy component for salads or layering, but does not melt the same.
Vegan Mozzarella (e.g., cashew-based) 1:1

How to Choose & Store Mozzarella Cheese Touch

Fresh mozzarella should be stored in its brine; low-moisture should be firm.

What Pairs Well With Mozzarella Cheese Touch?

  • Tomato
  • Basil
  • Olive Oil
  • Cured Meats
  • Pesto.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Mozzarella Cheese Touch taste like?

Mild, Milky, Slightly Tangy Mild, Dairy

What is a good substitute for Mozzarella Cheese Touch?

The best substitute is Provolone (1:1). Good melt, mild flavor, works well in most cooked applications like pizza.

How do you choose and store Mozzarella Cheese Touch?

Fresh mozzarella should be stored in its brine; low-moisture should be firm.

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