Syrian String Cheese (Mshallaleh)

Description

Mshallaleh is a famous white cheese that you can pull apart into fun, thin strings. It has a fresh milk flavor mixed with a touch of black seeds and mahleb spice for a wonderful aroma. It is a great snack, excellent for breakfast, or used inside pastries.

• Does it need washing or preparation before eating? It depends on the style you buy:

  • Regular Style (10% salt): Yes. Pull the strings apart and wash or soak them in cold water before eating to remove the salt.

  • Low-Salt Style (4% salt): No. It is ready to eat right away, no washing needed.

• How to store? After opening, keep it in the fridge for up to 15 days, or keep it in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutritional Value (per 100g):

• Energy: 1131kJ / 272kcal

• Fat: 18.9g

• Saturated Fat: 11g

• Carbohydrates: 2.16g

• Of which sugars: 2.16g

• Protein: 22g

• Salt: 7.0g