cotija
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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The store’s carnicería offers marinated meats, and the cremería features queso fresco and cotija.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 14, 2026
Elote-Style Loaded Fries with Chicken: Crisp fries piled high with sweet corn, a drizzle of mayo, cotija cheese, cubed grilled chicken, pickled red onion and fresh cilantro.
From Salon ● Sep. 16, 2025
Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with the remaining cotija.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 22, 2023
If the poblano — with a smoky roasted pepper, crumbly cotija cheese and a cloud of scrambled eggs — is available, that’s a must-order.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 21, 2022
My fingers move on to a couple fries scattered with crumbled chorizo, cotija cheese, jalapeño, onions and herbs.
From Washington Post ● Nov. 25, 2022
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