About this recipe
Chechil is a stretched-curd cheese pulled into fine strands and braided, and it is often sold as string cheese. If you want to learn how to make chechil at home, the key is a pliable curd and a careful sequence of stretching, cooling and braiding. It is a rewarding next project once you are comfortable with mozzarella.
What the guide covers
The full recipe follows the curd from a thick rope to a closed ring, then into fine strands and a finished braid. Two salting methods are described separately: choose one and follow its instructions, allowing for the thickness of your strands. The hot water used for stretching can burn, so protect your hands throughout.