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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 |