Cumin 30+

Komijn 30+ is a Dutch cumin cheese that gets its character from its spices. The whole cumin seeds give it a herby, lightly anise-like flavor, spicy-sweet with a hint of nuttiness. The texture is semi-hard: firm but supple, with a satisfying bite from the seeds themselves. As a semi-mature cheese, the flavor is friendly and approachable, and at 30% fat in dry matter it’s a touch lighter than the typical cumin cheese, while still keeping its protein content up.

It works beautifully sliced on bread, where the cumin really comes into its own. On a charcuterie and cheese board it’s a great addition too, cut into cubes so you get the full aroma of those seeds. In the kitchen it’s a versatile cheese: it melts well and holds its flavor, making it a solid choice for a gratin, a quiche, or grated over a warm dish.