Manouri is a semi-soft fresh white cheese made from the drained whey from feta production (sheep or goat milk). It is similar to feta cheese but creamier and less salty or salt-free. It is made in Central and Western Macedonia and in Thessalia.
Manouri – Greek Cheese
Greek name and pronounciation:
μανούρι, pronounced mah-NOOR-ree
At the market:
Manouri has a slightly grainy creamy texture and a milky taste with a mild citrus flavor. Like feta, it does not have an outer rind or solidified casing. It is almost always sold in log-shaped rolls, or in individual pieces cut from a roll.
Using Manouri:
Manouri is a popular cheese used in salads, pastries, as a dessert cheese, and in other dishes. Wherever a sweet, rich cheese is used, consider manouri. It has a fat content ranging from 36 to 38%, and a low sodium content of 0.8%.
Substitutes for Manouri:
goat cheese, cream cheese, or farmer’s cheese.
