Caucasian brine cheese

A general name for the soft and semi-hard brine cheeses of Caucasian cuisine of cow's, sheep's or buffalo milk, white and saltish, fresh with herbs and in khachapuri.

Caucasian brine cheese is a general name for the soft and semi-hard brine cheeses of Caucasian cuisine (suluguni, Imeretian, chanakh, chechil, brine cheese) of cow's, sheep's or buffalo milk, white, springy or fibrous, saltish, with a clean sour-milk taste. They are eaten fresh with herbs and lavash, put into khachapuri, khinkali and salads, fried and baked in slices and pulled into strands.

Calories, proteins, fats and carbohydrates per 100 g of product

Caucasian brine cheese, Raw: Calories 265.0 kcal, Proteins 14.2 grams, Fats 21.5 grams, Carbohydrates 3.9 grams per 100 g of product.

Calories265.0 kcal

Proteins14.2 grams

Fats21.5 grams

Carbohydrates3.9 grams

Data: USDA FoodData Central

Recipes with this ingredient

Spinach salad with Caucasian cheese and sun-dried tomatoesCircassian cuisine | Salads

Spinach salad with Caucasian cheese and sun-dried tomatoes is a true embodiment of the flavor richness of Circassian cuisine. This recipe combines the freshness of young greens, the tenderness of roasted Caucasian cheese, and the rich taste of sun-dried tomatoes, creating an amazing balance of textures and aromas. The Caucasian cheese, slightly caramelized in a hot pan, reveals its softness and spiciness, while the oil from the tomatoes adds a light spicy note to the dish. This salad pairs wonderfully with meat dishes or can serve as a light meal on its own. In Circassian traditions, the combination of greens and cheese symbolizes hospitality, while the addition of garlic and tomatoes emphasizes a love for rich, warming flavors. It is served warm, allowing each ingredient to showcase its characteristic depth of flavor.