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Smart Summary
Specially formulated firm cheese maintains its shape when pan-fried without breading, creating a crispy golden exterior while staying intact.
Keto-Friendly
Zero carbohydrates and 6g of protein per serving make this an ideal choice for low-carb and ketogenic dietary plans.
Product Overview
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(Model 1111)
Most Liked Positive Review
The "Perfect Fry" Review (5 Stars)
This is the best frying cheese I've found. It holds its shape perfectly in the pan and gets that beautiful golden-brown crust without melting into a mess. The inside stays nice and soft. We use it for 'queso frito' at breakfast with eggs and plantains, and the flavor is spot on—salty, mild, and deli...
Most Liked Negative Review
Really good tasting cheese when you cook it
Really good tasting cheese when you cook it, I gave it 3 stars because it has to be cook or fry to bring out it delicious favor. But that is just me, you might like it another way, Put it in a pan with olive oil
Customers say
Overall sentiment is strongly positive, with most reviewers praising this as a go-to frying cheese that crisps up outside while staying creamy inside. Reviewers also highlight versatile use beyond frying—such as recipes, sandwiches, and snacking—while only a small number note issues like occasional excess salt or flavor inconsistency.
Reviewed by 260 customers
Queso
Verified Buyer
Comments about Tropical Queso De Freir, 2.5 lbs.
Excellent product, good price
Best cheese
Verified Buyer
Comments about Tropical Queso De Freir, 2.5 lbs.
Awesome cheese to make tacos dorados
I loved it
Verified Buyer
Comments about Tropical Queso De Freir, 2.5 lbs.
I love frying this cheese. It's not super tasty but it's really good with other food.
Queso Tropical
Verified Buyer
Comments about Tropical Queso De Freir, 2.5 lbs.
Excelent cheese. I made cheese sticks and were amazing with this cheese.
Great price.
Verified Buyer
Comments about Tropical Queso De Freir, 2.5 lbs.
Love this cheese
Delicious
Verified Buyer
Comments about Tropical Queso De Freir, 2.5 lbs.
Delicious and fresh. Fries up beautifully.
Queso
Verified Buyer
Comments about Tropical Queso De Freir, 2.5 lbs.
Good product excess prices
Excellent for frying
Verified Buyer
Comments about Tropical Queso De Freir, 2.5 lbs.
A cheese that besides being excellent for frying, has a very good taste, the whole family love it .
Yummy
Verified Buyer
Best cheese for frying just like middle eastern food very tasty and little salty, melt inside and get crispy on the outside. should try it
Excellent product for any Hispanic meal
Verified Buyer
I use this product with my Arepas, with plantains, with my sandwiches and my pasta
| Count | 1 |
|---|---|
| Egg-Free | Yes |
| Fat-Free | No |
| Gluten-Free | Yes |
| Individually-Packaged Portions | No |
| Lactose-Free | No |
| Low-Carb | Yes |
| Milk-Free | No |
| Model Number | 1111 |
| Net Weight | 2.5 lbs. |
| Nut-Free | No |
| Product Type | Specialty Cheese |
| Seasoned | No |
| Sugar-Free | Yes |
| Vacuum-Packed | No |
| Variety Pack | No |
| Vegetarian | No |
| World Kitchen | Caribbean |
| GSC | 2038305 |
| Preparation | Block |
| Quantity | 2.5 lbs. |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Allergen Risk(s) | Dairy and soy |
| Ingredients | Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Enzymes, Cheese Cultures (lactic starter, soy protein) |
| Kosher | No |
| Lactose Free | No |
| Low Sodium | No |
| Number of People Served | 40 |
| Organic | No |
| Serving Size | 1 oz. |
| Vegan | No |
| Item Length | 11" |
| Item Width | 3.5" |
| Item Height | 1.75" |
| Weight | 2.5 lbs. |
| upc | 027568011118 |
