Cheese story
What is Rushan?
A Bai minority cheese from Yunnan, often grilled or fried.
Origin
Yunnan, China
Milk
cow
Board role
Fresh / bright
Cheese profile
Country
China
Region
Yunnan
Milk type
cow
Texture
fresh stretched cheese
Rind
none
Ageing
fresh
Vegetarian
Check the rennet / producer
Milk treatment
varies
Flavour profile: milky, chewy, mild
Origin, protection and character
Rushan comes from China, especially Yunnan. Its character comes from the balance of milk, texture, rind, ageing and local serving traditions.
Protected status
None
Typical ageing
fresh
How to serve Rushan
grilled, fried, street food snacks
Good food matches
rose jam
sugar
tea
Serving tip
Take it out of the fridge before serving so the texture softens and the flavour opens up. Softer cheeses usually need less time than hard aged cheeses.
Buying tip
Look for clean aroma, good texture and a style that matches the board: fresh and bright, soft and creamy, hard and nutty, blue and salty, or bold and washed-rind.
