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Quesillo Salvadoreño

Pasta FilataCow MilkEl Salvador

Central American stretched-curd cheese popular in El Salvador and Nicaragua. Wrapped in banana leaves for serving. Used in pupusas and eaten fresh with tortillas.

Characteristics

Texture

Soft, stretchy, layered

Flavor

Mild, creamy, slightly salty

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