noun
- A hard, pale yellow cheese made from sheep's milk, originating in Greece and Cyprus, often used for grating or frying.
Usage: Also spelled halloumi or similar variants in English; Culinary term; Greek/Cypriot origin
Examples
- Kefalotiri cheese has a high melting point, making it ideal for frying.
- The restaurant served fried kefalotiri as an appetizer.
- Kefalotiri is traditionally made from sheep's milk in the Mediterranean.
- She grated kefalotiri over the pasta dish.
- The salty, firm texture of kefalotiri makes it popular in Greek cuisine.