Sirene

Sirene
Sirene cubes
Other names	White cheese
Country of origin	Bulgaria
Source of milk	Goat, sheep, cow, buffalo
Pasteurised	Depends on variety
Texture	Depends on variety
Aging time	Min. 3 months
Certification	PDO: 2023
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Sirene (Bulgarian: сирене [ˈsirɛnɛ]; Serbian: сир/sir; Macedonian: сирење; Albanian: djathë i bardhë), also known as "white brine sirene" (Bulgarian: бяло саламурено сирене), is a type of brined cheese originating from Bulgaria. It is made of the milk of goats, sheep, cows, buffalo or a mixture thereof.^[1] It is slightly crumbly, with at least 46–48% of dry matter containing 44–48% of fat.^[2] It is commonly produced in blocks, and has a slightly grainy texture. It is used as a table cheese, in salads, and in baking.

In 2023, the name "Bulgarsko byalo salamureno sirene" was registered as a protected designation of origin in the European Union.^[3]