What is Mozzarella di Bufala?
A fresh pasta filata cheese from Campania and limited parts of Lazio, Puglia, and Molise, made exclusively from water buffalo milk. Porcelain-white, with a smooth, thin outer skin and a soft, elastic interior. Sold in various sizes, from bite-sized bocconcini to larger rounds. Best consumed within 48 hours of production.
Taste, aroma, and texture
Smooth, elastic, and juicy, with a tender bite and characteristic milky seepage when cut. Porcelain-white throughout, with no rind. The thin outer skin is slightly firmer than the interior. When torn or cut, fresh whey seeps out — a sign of freshness and quality.
Lactic notes are strongly dominant, exceptionally fresh and clean. Fruity notes are faint, with a subtle grassy character from the buffalo milk. Animal, earthy, herbal, and smoky notes are barely perceptible. More complex and richer than cow’s milk mozzarella.
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See your personal matchHow to enjoy it
- Served with tomatoes, basil, and olive oil.
- Added to salads, bruschetta, or cold antipasti.
- Used on pizza after baking for a fresh milky finish.
Pairing ideas
A few classic companions from the Cheesepedia catalog.
- Dark Fruits (Grapes, Black Figs)
- Walnuts
- Rye Bread
- Dried Apricots
- Lavash Chips
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Get a pairing tailored to your palateStory and origin
Buffalo herding in Campania has been documented since the 7th century, while mozzarella production begins appearing in records from the 12th century. The name derives from mozzare, meaning “to cut,” referring to the hand-cutting technique used to portion the stretched curd. It has held PDO status since 1996.
Storage and serving
- Store in the fridge, in brine or sealed packaging.
- Air travel: suitable only in leak-proof packaging.
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