Sirene
White brined cheese from Bulgaria / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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This article is about cheese. For other uses, see Sirene (disambiguation).
Sirene (Bulgarian: сирене [ˈsirɛnɛ]; Serbian: сир/sir; Macedonian: сирење; Albanian: djathë i bardhë) also known as "white brine sirene" (Bulgarian: бяло саламурено сирене) is a type of brined cheese originating from Bulgaria. It is made of the milk of goats, sheep, cows, buffalo or a mixture thereof.[1] It is slightly crumbly, with at least 46–48% of dry matter containing 44–48% of fat.[2] It is commonly produced in blocks, and has a slightly grainy texture. It is used as a table cheese, in salads, and in baking.
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Sirene | |
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Other names | White cheese |
Country of origin | Bulgaria |
Source of milk | Milk of goats, sheep, cows, buffalo |
Pasteurised | Depends on variety |
Texture | Depends on variety |
Aging time | min. 3 months |
Certification | PDO, 2023 |
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In 2023, the name "Bulgarsko byalo salamureno sirene" was registered as a Protected Designation of Origin in the European Union.[3]