Muratbey Lor Cheese – 500 g

Soft, snowy white and wonderfully light, lor cheese is the quiet hero of Turkish home cooking. This 500g tub from Muratbey has a fresh, delicate flavour and a fine, crumbly texture that makes it just as good spooned onto breakfast toast as it is baked into pastries.

What Is Lor?

Lor is often described as Turkish curd cheese, and it sits somewhere between ricotta and cottage cheese in character. Traditionally it is a whey cheese, made by gently reheating the liquid left over from cheesemaking until the remaining proteins gather into soft, fluffy curds. Those curds are then drained and lightly pressed. The result is a mild, slightly sweet cheese with very little salt, which sets it apart from the brined white cheeses most people associate with Turkey.

Because it is so gentle in flavour, lor is a favourite for children and for anyone who finds feta-style cheeses too salty. It is also naturally high in protein and lighter than many richer cheeses, which is why many families reach for it when they want something fresh and simple.

Why Cooks Love It

Lor is one of those ingredients that adapts to whatever you are making. It crumbles easily, blends smoothly and takes on the flavour of herbs and spices without overpowering them. In Turkish kitchens it is used in both savoury and sweet dishes, and it is the go-to börek filling for many home bakers.

Ideas for Using Lor Cheese

Savoury

• Mix with chopped parsley, dill and a beaten egg to fill sigara böreği or a tray of su böreği.
• Stir into scrambled eggs with spring onion and a pinch of pul biber.
• Spoon over hot tarhana or lentil soup just before serving.
• Fold through pasta with butter, black pepper and fresh mint.
• Stuff into peppers or courgette flowers and bake until golden.

Sweet

Lor also works beautifully in desserts. Use it in place of ricotta for cheesecakes, blend with honey and cinnamon for a quick breakfast spread, or try the classic Turkish dessert höşmerim, where the cheese is cooked with semolina and sugar until thick and golden. A simple bowl of lor topped with grape molasses and walnuts makes an easy, wholesome snack.

At the Breakfast Table

For a light start to the day, serve a few spoonfuls of lor alongside olives, cucumber, tomatoes and warm bread. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle over za'atar or dried thyme, or keep it sweet with a spoonful of honey or fig jam.

Storage

Keep the tub refrigerated and close the lid tightly after each use. Fresh cheeses like this are best enjoyed soon after opening, so use within a few days and always follow the date on the pack. If any liquid gathers on top, simply drain it off before serving. Contains milk.

Order Lor Cheese Online

Robin Food delivers Turkish dairy products across the UK, with same-day delivery available in many London areas. Make the most of your lor cheese with our su böreği, baklava pastry sheets for homemade bakes and a jar of mulberry molasses for a sweet finish.