Cotija Cheese

Store tightly wrapped in the refrigerator. Freezing can alter its texture, making it more crumbly.

Crumble cotija over salads, grilled vegetables, or soups for a salty kick.

Use it as a topping for Mexican dishes like enchiladas, tacos, and chilaquiles.

Mash it with a little lime juice and olive oil to create a flavorful spread.

Corn (especially elote)

Black beans

Avocado

Lime

Chiles

Tomatoes

Expecting cotija to melt like mozzarella or cheddar; it tends to stay crumbly.

Over-salting your dish before adding cotija, as the cheese itself is quite salty.