1. a crumbly, salty white cheese made from cow's milk, originating from Mexico and commonly used in Mexican cuisine.
Usage: also called cotija cheese; often used as a topping or garnish

Examples

• She sprinkled cotija cheese over the street corn.
• The salad was topped with crumbled cotija and lime dressing.
• Cotija is a popular choice for finishing Mexican dishes.
• The tacos were garnished with cotija and cilantro.
• This recipe calls for cotija cheese, which adds a salty, tangy flavor.