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Anari with Honey and Sesame

The Quirky Foodster Team

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Ingredients

  • 250 g (9 oz) Fresh anari cheese (or fresh ricotta)
  • 3 tbsp Cyprus thyme honey
  • 2 tbsp Sesame seeds, toasted
  • 1/4 tsp Ground cinnamon

Method

  1. Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan over low heat for 1-2 minutes until golden, stirring constantly.
  2. Divide the anari cheese between bowls, breaking it gently with a spoon.
  3. Drizzle generously with honey.
  4. Scatter toasted sesame seeds and a light dusting of cinnamon over the top.
  5. Serve immediately at room temperature.

Introduction: Anari is Cyprus's answer to ricotta, a soft whey cheese made as a byproduct of halloumi production.

Cultural Background: Anari is Cyprus's answer to ricotta, a soft whey cheese made as a byproduct of halloumi production.
Served fresh with honey and toasted sesame, it is a light, quick breakfast that dates back generations of
Cypriot dairy farming families.

Variations: Vegetarian. No authentic vegan version; anari is a dairy whey cheese.

Storage: Keep unused anari refrigerated in its liquid for up to 3 days.

Reheating: Not applicable — this dish is served cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition: Per serving: ~210 kcal, 11g protein, 9g fat, 22g carbohydrate.

FAQs

Q: Can I substitute anari?
A: Fresh ricotta is the closest widely available substitute.

Q: Is this dish gluten-free?
A: Yes, naturally gluten-free.

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