O Que É Kefalotiri?
A traditional Greek hard, salty, and sharp cheese made from sheep's or goat's milk, often used for grating or frying.
Qual o Sabor de Kefalotiri?
Kefalotiri tem um sabor sharp, salty, pungent, nutty com aromas de pungent, milky, aged.
- Taste
- Sharp, Salty, Pungent, Nutty
- Texture
- Hard, Dry, Crumbly
- Aroma
- Pungent, Milky, Aged
- Acidity
- Medium-High
Technical Metrics
Informação Nutricional
Per 28g (1 oz) Calories410 kcal
Total Fat32g
Saturated Fat21g
Trans Fat1g
Cholesterol100mg
Protein28g
Total Carbohydrate1g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars0g
Calcium950mg
Iron0.4mg
Potassium90mg
Segredo do Chef
Grate Kefalotiri over hot pasta dishes just before serving to allow its sharpness to melt slightly and infuse the sauce.
Substitutos e Proporções de Kefalotiri
O melhor substituto para Kefalotiri é Pecorino Romano, usado na proporção de 1:1. Similar sharp, salty, hard texture, excellent for grating.
| Substituto | Proporção | Melhor para |
|---|---|---|
| Pecorino Romano Melhor | 1:1 | Similar sharp, salty, hard texture, excellent for grating. |
| Parmesan | 1:1 | Hard, grating cheese, but less salty and more nutty/fruity than Kefalotiri. |
| Asiago (aged) | 1:1 | Similar hard texture and pungent, nutty flavor. |
| Feta | To taste | Provides a salty, tangy kick, but is soft and crumbly, not a texture match. |
Como Escolher e Armazenar Kefalotiri
- Look for a dense, firm texture and a distinct, sharp aroma.
- Avoid any signs of mold other than the natural rind.
O Que Combina Bem Com Kefalotiri?
- Pasta dishes
- grated over salads
- saganaki
- red wine
- ouzo.
Perguntas frequentes
Qual o sabor de Kefalotiri?
Sharp, Salty, Pungent, Nutty Pungent, Milky, Aged
Qual é um bom substituto para Kefalotiri?
O melhor substituto é Pecorino Romano (1:1). Similar sharp, salty, hard texture, excellent for grating.
Como escolher e armazenar Kefalotiri?
Look for a dense, firm texture and a distinct, sharp aroma. Avoid any signs of mold other than the natural rind.
