Description
This Fried Goat Cheese recipe features creamy goat cheese infused with fresh rosemary, thyme, and honey, coated in a seasoned Panko breadcrumb crust, and pan-fried to golden perfection. It makes a delicious appetizer or salad topping with a crispy exterior and rich, tangy center.
Ingredients
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Goat Cheese Mixture
- 1 (8-ounce) goat cheese log (softened)
- 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon honey
Coating
- 1/3 cup all purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 2/3 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Cooking Oil
- 2-3 tablespoons avocado oil (or olive oil)
Instructions
- Mix Goat Cheese and Herbs: In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the softened goat cheese, finely chopped rosemary, thyme, and honey with a fork until well combined and smooth.
- Shape and Chill: Place the goat cheese mixture in the center of a piece of wax or parchment paper and roll it into a log shape. Freeze for 20-30 minutes or refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up.
- Slice the Log: Once the goat cheese log is firm, use a sharp knife to cut it into 8 medallions of even thickness.
- Prepare Coating Stations: Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, salt, and black pepper; one with the beaten egg and milk; and one with Panko breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder.
- Coat the Medallions: Dip each goat cheese medallion first in the flour mixture, then dredge it through the egg wash, and finally coat it thoroughly with the Panko breadcrumb mixture. Repeat for all slices.
- Fry the Cheese: Heat 1-2 tablespoons of avocado or olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot. Fry 4 goat cheese slices at a time for 1-2 minutes per side, or until the coating turns lightly golden and crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat frying with the remaining slices and oil as needed.
- Serve: Serve the crispy fried goat cheese warm as an appetizer drizzled with extra honey and fresh herbs, or top your favorite salads such as a Fall Harvest Salad.
Notes
- Chilling the goat cheese log is crucial to prevent the cheese from melting too quickly when frying.
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor, but dried herbs can be substituted in smaller amounts if necessary.
- Avocado oil is preferred for its high smoke point, but olive oil works well too.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute all purpose flour and Panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free versions.
- Serve immediately after frying for the best crispy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 155 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 212 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 27 mg
