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Çökelek

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Traditional Turkish whey cheese made from the byproduct of yogurt or cheese production. After the whey is heated and the solids collected, it is drained and pressed into a dry crumbly mass. Low in fat and used in Turkish pastries and salads.

Characteristics

Texture

Dry, crumbly, granular

Flavor

Mild, slightly acidic, clean

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