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Kedma refers to the Yemeni traditional type of bread which contains different grains and is eaten with raw fresh vegetables.
Kefalotyri refers to a tangy hard cheese from Greece that is made from sheep and goat's milk. Kefalotyri has a tangy flavor and a sharp aroma that is somewhat similar to Italian Pecorino, and has a pale, golden yellow color. Saltier and harder than Kasseri cheese, Kefalotyri is generally served grated over cooked dishes.
If not available, Kefalotyri can be subsituted by Parmesan or Romano cheese
Deutsch: Kefir / Español: Kéfir / Português: Kefir / Français: Kéfir / Italiano: Kefir
Kefir is a fermented milk drink similar to a thin yogurt, originating from the Caucasus Mountains. It is made by adding kefir grains to milk; these grains are a yeast/bacterial fermentation starter that metabolizes the sugars in milk to produce a slightly acidic, carbonated, and mildly alcoholic beverage.