Balkánský sýr facts for kids
Balkánský sýr (which means "Balkan cheese" in English) is a special kind of white, salty cheese. It's made from cow's milk in countries like the Czech Republic and Slovakia. This cheese is usually not aged, meaning it's enjoyed fresh!
It's a semi-hard cheese, which means it's not super soft like cream cheese, but also not as hard as Parmesan. It's quite similar to other popular cheeses you might know, like Bulgarian sirene or Greek feta.
How Is It Used?
Balkánský sýr is often used in recipes where you might normally find sirene or feta. For example, it's a great choice for a fresh and crunchy Bulgarian shopska salad. It also works perfectly in a classic greek salad, adding a salty and tangy flavor.
Where Does It Come From?
Even though it's called "Balkan cheese," this particular type is made in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. The name "Balkan" comes from the Balkan Peninsula, a region in Southeast Europe where many similar brined white cheeses are popular.
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