Oaxaca Cheese 500g
A fresh string cheese made from cow's milk, handcrafted in the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, Oaxaca. The star ingredient in tlayudas, quesadillas, and Mexican-style pizzas. Sold wound into balls or strands, it melts smoothly over heat. Mild and slightly tangy, it complements chillies, mole negro, and tasajo beef perfectly.
Estimated retail price
~£9.99 / 500g
Typical price at UK Mexican grocers
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Storage and substitutes
How to store it
Keep cheese refrigerated and well wrapped, ideally in waxed paper or a container that lets it breathe. Fresh cheeses (panela, queso fresco) last only a few days once opened, while aged ones such as cotija or añejo keep considerably longer.
Substitutes
Common stand-ins outside Mexico: Oaxaca cheese is closest to fresh mozzarella, cotija to aged feta or Parmesan, and queso fresco to a mild white cheese. Not identical, but they work in most recipes.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy Oaxaca Cheese 500g in the UK?
You can buy Oaxaca Cheese 500g online via the Amazon link on this page, or look for it at Latin American grocers in the UK.
How should Oaxaca Cheese 500g be stored?
Keep cheese refrigerated and well wrapped, ideally in waxed paper or a container that lets it breathe. Fresh cheeses (panela, queso fresco) last only a few days once opened, while aged ones such as cotija or añejo keep considerably longer.
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