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A traditional cheese unique to Gaziantep, salty and firm, usually made from goat or sheep milk. Also known as 'sıkma peynir'.



Local Name
Gaziantep Cheese
Recommended Season
All Seasons
Preferences
Vegetarian
Geographical Indication
Ingredients
Goat milk or sheep milk
Yeast
Salt
A traditional cheese unique to Gaziantep, salty and firm, usually made from goat or sheep milk. Also known as 'sıkma peynir'.
Consumed plain at breakfast. Used in the filling of pastries and katmer. Can be soaked in water to reduce saltiness.