Spicy Adyghe cheese with herbs

4 servings

300 minutes

Spicy Adyghe cheese with herbs is a piquant and aromatic delicacy that combines a tender texture with rich spicy notes. Its history traces back to traditional methods of making homemade cheese when milk was curdled with natural enzymes. This cheese variant gains special sharpness from paprika, garlic, and red pepper, creating a harmony of flavors with the addition of fresh herbs. It is perfect for snacks, sandwiches, or as a standalone dish, especially when paired with rye bread and honey mustard. The cheese has a delicate yet firm structure that allows it to hold its shape well. Thanks to aging under weight, it acquires elasticity and richness of flavor, making it an excellent choice for lovers of spicy and unique cheeses.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 445.9
• Proteins: 28.9g
• Fats: 24.2g
• Carbohydrates: 27.5g

Ingredients

• Milk: 1 l
• Kefir: 1 l
• Chicken egg (large): 6 pc
• Salt: 4 tsp
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Caraway seeds: 0.5 tsp
• Hot paprika: 2 tsp
• Red chilli pepper: 1 pc
• Dill: 1 sprig
• Parsley: 1 sprig
• Green onions: 3 stem

Cooking steps

1. Heat the milk with kefir to 90 degrees.

   Required ingredients:

   • Milk: 1 l
   • Kefir: 1 l

2. Pour the beaten eggs with salt in a thin stream.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg (large): 6 pieces
   • Salt: 4 teaspoons

3. After boiling, cook for 1 minute until thickened.

4. Add garlic (sliced), spices to the hot cheese mass and let it steep for 30-40 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Caraway seeds: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Hot paprika: 2 teaspoons
   • Red chilli pepper: 1 piece
   • Dill: 1 sprig
   • Parsley: 1 sprig
   • Green onions: 3 stems

5. Discard, mix, and place under weight in the refrigerator for 5 hours.