Pecorino of Amfilochia
Nutritional statement per 100g:
- ENERGY: 386 Kcal/1600 kj
- FAT: 31.5 g
- OF WHICH SATURATED: 20.5 g
- CARBOHYDRATES: <0.1 g
- OF WHICH SUGARS: <0.1 g
- PROTEINS: 24.6 g
- SALT: 3.1 g
Pecorino of Amfilochia Nakas
Hard cheese made from pure sheep’s and goat’s milk
Pecorino of Amfilochia Nakas is prepared exclusively from pasteurized sheep’s and goat’s milk and matures for at least 3 months. During maturation, it acquires a strongly aromatic scent and spicy, salty with a characteristic strong taste.
A FEW WORDS ABOUT PECORINO
The pecorino is Italian in origin, it is a hard cheese made from sheep’s milk. The name derives from the Italian word “Pecora” which translates “sheep” something that is not accidental since it is made from sheep’s milk.
It is distinguished for its intense aroma and special flavour, and can be used in many dishes and recipes, as a side dish or as a snack.