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Goat Milk Cheeses from Turkey

Discover cheeses made from goat milk in Turkey, from historic recipes to contemporary creations.

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Beyaz Peynir

Beyaz peynir is a Turkish white cheese made from unpasteurized sheep, cow or goat milk and cured in brine for about six months. It turns up plain at breakfast, in salads, and in cooked dishes such as menemen, börek and …

Country: Turkey
Milk Type: Cow's, goat's or sheep's milk
Texture: Semi-soft, brined
Flavor: Strong when matured

Tulum

Tulum is a Turkish goat's milk cheese ripened inside a goatskin casing, which is what the word tulum means in Turkish. It is made in several regions, and versions from Erzincan, İzmir, Divle, Çimi and Kargı each taste different.

Country: Turkey
Milk Type: Goat

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