queso fresco substitutes

7 substitutes · avg score 10.0 · Queso fresco — a fresh Mexican cow's milk cheese with a mild, slightly salty, tangy flavor and a crumbly, soft texture. Sprinkled over tacos, beans, enchiladas, and salads as a finishing cheese.

quick swaps (averaged across uses)

01

Feta

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Crumbly and tangy, widely available

02

Cotija

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Drier and saltier, good for topping

03

Ricotta

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Milder, use ricotta salata if possible

04

Queso Blanco

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Very similar, slightly more crumbly

05

Goat Cheese

10.0
3/4 cup : 1 cup

Fresh chevre; tangier so use slightly less

06

Mozzarella

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Fresh mozzarella diced; milder and wetter

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