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Ziraly Panir Cheese
About Ziraly Panir Cheese
Ziraly Panir is a traditional Iranian cheese known for its firm texture and mild, slightly salty flavor. It is typically made from cow's milk and is often used grated over dishes or served with nuts and dried fruits as part of a breakfast spread.
Key Facts
| Country of Origin | Iran |
| Specific Origin | Northwestern region, Khoy city |
| Milk Type | Raw ewe’s milk (also goat and cow or mix) |
| Milk Treatment | None |
| Texture | Hard and brittle |
| Flavor | Salty, acidic, fermented aroma with cumin |
| Aroma | Fermented aroma combined with cumin-seed flavor |
| Colors | White or darker with gray traces of cumin-seeds |
