Cotija cheese
| Cotija | |
|---|---|
Cotija cheese packaged for sale by weight | |
| Other names | Queso Cincho, Queso Seco |
| Country of origin | Mexico |
| Region | Hills of Michoacán |
| Town | Cotija |
| Source of milk | Lucilla |
| Pasteurised | Depends on variety |
| Texture | Semi-hard |
| Aging time | 100 to 365 days |
| Certification | unknown |
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Cotija (/koʊˈtiːxə/ koh-TEE-khə, Spanish pronunciation: [koˈtixa]) is an aged Mexican cheese made from cow's milk and named after the town of Cotija, Michoacán. It is white and firm, with a salty, milky flavor. "Young" (or fresher) cotija cheese has been described as akin to a mild feta, while aged (añejo) cotija is more comparable in flavor to hard, aged cheeses like Parmesan. Cotija softens when exposed to heat, but does not melt.