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Dil Peyniri

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Turkish stretched-curd cheese whose name means "tongue cheese" due to its flat elongated shape. Made by stretching and folding the curd into layers, similar to mozzarella techniques. Popular for breakfast and in pastries across Turkey.

Characteristics

Texture

Elastic, stringy, layered

Flavor

Mild, milky, slightly salty

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