Queso Manchego Curado
Aged Manchego Cheese
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Spanish dishes.
What it is
A popular, firm sheep's milk cheese from the La Mancha region, aged for a minimum of 6 months. Served in wedges or slices as a tapa, often with a drizzle of olive oil.
Key ingredients
Sheep's milk cheese (Manchego), salt, rennet, olive oil (for serving).
Optional tweaks
None needed for the cheese itself.
Watch out for
Often served with bread, crackers, or sugary fruit pastes (like 'dulce de membrillo' or quince paste). Explicitly request without these accompaniments.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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