Crispy Fried Manchego Cheese Bites
These delightful bites feature the creamy, nutty essence of Manchego cheese, expertly breaded and fried to a perfect golden brown.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Deep Frying Pan
- Shallow Dishes
- Slotted Spoon
Ingredients
Cheese
- 8 ounces Manchego Cheese Cut into bite-sized cubes.
Breading
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Mixed with salt and pepper.
- 2 large Eggs Whisked for egg wash.
- 1 cup Seasoned Breadcrumbs For coating the cheese.
Seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt For seasoning flour and breadcrumbs.
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground.
Oil
- 2 inches Oil for Frying Vegetable or canola oil, heated to 350°F.
Instructions
- Cut the Manchego cheese into bite-sized cubes, about 1 inch each.
- Set up your breading station with flour, egg wash, and breadcrumbs in separate shallow dishes.
- Coat each cheese cube in flour, dip in egg wash, and roll in breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan to 350°F.
- Fry the cheese bites in small batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain excess oil on paper towels and serve warm.
Notes
Serve with marinara or spicy aioli for dipping.