noun
- A hard, salty cheese made from sheep's or goat's milk, originating from Cyprus and Greece.
Usage: Also spelled halloumi or similar variants in some regions; Often used in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine
Examples
- Kefalotyris is a traditional Cypriot cheese known for its high melting point.
- The restaurant served grilled kefalotyris as an appetizer.
- Kefalotyris can be fried or grilled without melting completely.
- This Mediterranean dish features kefalotyris cheese with lemon and herbs.