World Flavors Cookbook

Ayib (Fresh Cheese)

A mild, crumbly fresh cheese similar to cottage cheese, used to cool the heat of spicy stews like doro wat.

Cuisine: Ethiopia

Ingredients

• 2 liters whole milk
• 1/4 cup lemon juice or white vinegar
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Heat milk in a pot until it just starts to boil.
2. Slowly stir in lemon juice and remove from heat.
3. Let sit for 10 minutes until the curds separate from the whey.
4. Strain through cheesecloth and let drain for 30 minutes.
5. Crumble and season with a little salt.