Cow Milk Cheeses from Egypt

Discover cheeses made from cow milk in Egypt, from historic recipes to contemporary creations.

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Domiati

Domiati is a popular white cheese in Egypt and other parts of the Middle East. It is made from either cow or buffalo milk, or sometimes a mixture of the two, and is salted heavily during the production process. Domiati …

Country: Egypt
Milk Type: Primarily buffalo, but also cow's, goat's, etc.
Texture: Soft
Flavor: Salty

Roumy

Roumy is a traditional Egyptian cheese made from a blend of cow's and water buffalo's milk. It has a hard texture and is known for its salty, sharp, and strong flavor. The cheese is yellow in color, and it develops …

Country: Egypt
Milk Type: Cow's and water buffalo's milk
Texture: Hard
Flavor: Salty, sharp, strong

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