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It is typically formed into balls of approximately 6 cm diameter, often covered in za'atar and Aleppo pepper, and then aged and dried. [2] The most common spice is thyme, which gives the cheese an appearance somewhat resembling a rum ball. Shanklish is also sold in much smaller balls or in an unformed state.
Jibneh mshallale (or 'braided' cheese) is a form of string cheese originating in Syria. It is a fresh cheese, typically made from a combination of milks from cows, sheep, or goats. It is a cross between mozzarella, feta and halloumi (a cheese from the Cyprus that has a tangy taste and a firm, chewy texture). [13]
Shaʿifūra (شعيفورة) or jaʿifūra (جعيفورة) is a Syrian salad consisting of shanklish cheese with chopped tomato, onion and olive oil. [1] [2] Shanklīsh or sourkah is an intensely flavored ball-shape cheese that has been cured with thyme. Shaʿifūra salad has a popular origin, and in each home it is prepared in a different way.
Mix first 3 ingredients until well blended. Refrigerate 2 hours. Shape into ball; coat with remaining ingredients. Serve with crackers. Kraft Kitchens Tips
a mature cheese made with spices and generally presented as balls of cheese covered in za'tar orchile powder; most often eaten as a starter dish with tomato, oil and sometimes onion Syrian cheese: Syria There are different kinds of Syrian cheese. A few of the most common include Baladi and Charkassiye.
In a medium bowl, mix the pepper and onion mixture with the cheese and cornstarch. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Form the mixture into 8 balls, squeezing out any excess liquid.
Halloumi—a semi-hard, unripened, brined cheese; Jibne baida—a white hard cheese with a pronounced salty taste; Jibne khadra—a form of string cheese, originated in Syria, also known as jibneh mshallaleh; Shanklish—a type of blue cheese made from cow's or sheep's milk and often served topped with dried thyme and olive oil
Roll the cheese ball in the pecans to thoroughly coat. Refrigerate until firm, at least 1 hour and up to overnight. To decorate, transfer the cheese ball to a serving platter.