Soft, fresh Mexican cheese with a gentle tang. Use slightly larger crumbles for pockets of creaminess that pop in each bite.←Back to Taco Finish Recipes
1 tbsp queso fresco, crumbled (pea-size pieces)
Crumble by hand into pea-size pieces and sprinkle over the taco.
Chef's Notes
Find queso fresco in the cheese case at Mexican groceries or most supermarkets, usually sold in small rounds. Look for moist, fresh wheels rather than pre-crumbled packages, which tend to be drier. The cheese is mild, slightly tangy, and crumbles beautifully with a fork. It won't melt, so don't try to use it like cheddar. Beyond tacos, scatter it over salads, black beans, grilled corn, watermelon with tajín, or anywhere you want creamy, salty pockets of freshness. Use within a week of opening since it's a fresh cheese with no preservatives. If you can't find it, farmer's cheese or mild feta (rinsed of brine) are reasonable substitutes. The Taco Scrolls describe queso fresco as 'the cheese that knows its role,' which is the highest compliment a supporting player can receive.
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