Xygalo Siteias Cheese

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Xygalo Siteias is a traditional Greek cheese from the region of Sitia in Crete. It has a PDO status and is made from sheep's milk or a mixture of sheep's and goat's milk. Xygalo Siteias has a creamy, yoghurt-like texture with a tangy, slightly sour taste, often used as a spread or in Cretan pies.

Key Facts About Xygalo Siteias Cheese

Country of Origin Greece
Specific Origin Sitia region, Crete
Certification PDO (2011)
Milk Type Raw goat’s or ewe’s milk or a mixture
Milk Treatment Raw
Fat Content Low fat
Rind None
Texture Spreadable
Flavor Fresh, slightly acidic, mildly salty
Colors White
Forms Spread
Age 7-10 days and about one month