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Feta

Also called feta cheese, beyaz peynir

Greek brined sheep's and goat's milk cheese, crumbly, salty and tangy. Crumbled into salads, baked with tomatoes or filled into spanakopita.

VegetarianGluten-freeContains: milk

What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodAkkawi

    Milder and firmer, less tangy; good for baking and salads.

  • T2 · GoodGoat's cheese

    Creamier and more goaty; crumbles less cleanly, add salt.

  • T2 · GoodRicotta salata

    Milder and drier, less tangy and less briny.

  • T3 · In a pinchCotija

    Drier and saltier with no tang; use a little less. (use 0.75× the amount)

  • T3 · In a pinchQueso fresco

    Much milder and less salty; add salt and lemon.

Cook with Feta