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Nutritional Values

🔥130kcal
💪8gProtein
🌾3gCarbs
🥑10gFat
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⚖️100 gServing

* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.

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🥛 Dairy

Saxon Sour Milk Cheese

How to order / say it
Say it Sächsischer Sauermilchkäse — [ZEK-sish-er zower-milk-kaese]
Order I'd like the Saxon sour milk cheese, please.
Locally Ich hätte gerne den Sächsischen Sauermilchkäse, bitte.
Say locally

A traditional cheese made from sour milk, with a mild and tangy flavor.

Why try it?

Sächsischer Sauermilchkäse is emblematic of Dresden's rich dairy tradition, showcasing a unique preparation technique that has been preserved for generations.

How it tastes

The cheese has a crumbly texture with a mild, tangy taste and a fresh, slightly sour aroma. It's often enjoyed with rye bread.

Origin & History — first documented: 1850

Originating in the 19th century, this cheese was created as a way to preserve milk. It became popular due to its unique flavor and is a staple at local markets.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥛 1 l sour milk
  • 🧂 10 g salt
  • 🧂 5 g caraway seeds

Method

  1. 1 Heat the sour milk gently until curds form.
  2. 2 Drain the curds using a cheese cloth.
  3. 3 Mix with salt and caraway seeds.
  4. 4 Press into a mold and let mature for a few days.

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