Description
This fried goat cheese recipe features creamy goat cheese rounds coated in a crispy, golden breadcrumb crust. Perfect as a salad topper, appetizer, or snack, these tangy, crunchy bites are easy to make and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces goat cheese
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko recommended)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Instructions
- Slice the goat cheese log into 1/4-inch thick rounds. If the cheese crumbles, press it into shape with your fingers.
- Place the rounds on a baking sheet and freeze for 15-20 minutes to firm them up.
- Prepare three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with a beaten egg mixed with water, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge each goat cheese round in flour, dip in egg wash, and coat with breadcrumb mixture. Press the breadcrumbs in to ensure they stick well.
- Return the coated rounds to the freezer for another 15-20 minutes to help them hold their shape during frying.
- Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fry the goat cheese rounds for about 1-2 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve warm.
Notes
- Chilling the cheese rounds is essential to prevent melting while frying.
- Panko breadcrumbs provide extra crunch but regular breadcrumbs also work.
- These are best served immediately but can be reheated in the oven or air fryer.
- Great addition to salads, grain bowls, or charcuterie boards.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
