Queso Oaxaca
Language: Spanish
Description: A ball, loaf or plait of fresh cheese made with cow's milk, similar to Provolone. It has a white, supple, elastic paste. It may be found weighing anything from 225 g - 5 kg (8 oz - 11 lb) and is particularly good for cooking as it has good melting properties. The markets around Oaxaca are full of these string cheeses, woven into balls and wrapped in plastic.
Ethnicity: Mexican, Spanish
Most frequent country: Mexico, Spain
Better know as: Asadero
Also known as: Chihuauhua
See places: Spanish food and cuisine, Mexican food and cuisine
See foods and dishes: Provolone
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