Halloumi cheese is made from a mixture of sheep, goat, and cow milk and has a salty taste. This cheese is consumed by frying or grilling.
The characteristic of the cheese is that it has a high melting point. For this reason, when fried, it has a crispy exterior and a melted consistency on the inside.
Halloumi cheese can be consumed in salads, sandwiches, as an appetizer, or on its own. It is also used in the preparation of many dishes in Cypriot cuisine.
PRODUCED SINCE PREHISTORIC TIMES
Although the exact origin of halloumi cheese is not known, it is believed to have been produced in this region since prehistoric times due to Cyprus's location between Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines.
In ancient Cyprus, animal husbandry and cheesemaking were among the island's economic activities.
Halloumi cheese is an ingredient used in the preparation of many dishes in Cypriot cuisine.
Furthermore, it has gained popularity worldwide in recent years and has become an ingredient used in many restaurants.
News Source: 12punto
