Chankleesh

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A traditional Levantine cheese, Chankleesh is a pungent, aged cheese typically made from cow's or sheep's milk, often shaped into balls and air-dried. It is known for its strong, distinctive flavor and crumbly texture, often seasoned with spices like thyme or chili. At ilili - DC, it is commonly served as a mezze, crumbled and drizzled with olive oil, perhaps garnished with chopped tomatoes and onions, offering a bold and authentic taste of Lebanese dairy.