Leaf Cheese
Leaf cheese is a typical food in some areas of Ecuador. The name comes from the achira leaf, where the cheese is left to rest, giving it a unique and exquisite flavor.
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Ingredients
8
Servings
- 1 kilo queso fresco
- 3 tablespoons salt
- 8 avocado leaves, from achira plant
- 2 liters water
Preparation
20 mins
40 mins
Low
- Wash the cheese and cut it into slices.
- In a container, boil water and salt. Introduce a slice of cheese until it is very soft.
- Wash the achira leaves beforehand, remove them, and flatten the part close to the stem using a rolling pin.
- Place the hot cheese in two leaves and then inside a small plastic bag to shape and size it. All of this should be done before it cools down.
- Store in a cool place or refrigerate.
Nutritional Information
* * Information per 100g serving, percentage of daily values based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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