Crispy Goat Cheese Balls Drizzled with Hot Honey and Pistachios
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Shallow dishes
- Deep skillet
- Slotted spoon
Ingredients
- 8 ounces goat cheese, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1/4 cup hot honey
- 1/3 cup shelled pistachios, chopped
Instructions
- Mix the softened goat cheese with black pepper in a bowl until smooth. Scoop out portions and roll them into 12 small balls, then place them on a plate and chill for 15 minutes to firm up.
- Set up three shallow dishes for breading. Place the flour in the first, the beaten eggs in the second, and the panko breadcrumbs in the third.
- Roll each chilled cheese ball in flour, then dip it in the egg, and finally coat it evenly with panko. Return the coated balls to the plate.
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350 degrees. Fry the balls in batches for 2 to 3 minutes, turning them until golden on all sides.
- Remove the balls with a slotted spoon and drain briefly on paper towels. Arrange them on a serving plate, drizzle with hot honey, and sprinkle with the chopped pistachios.
Notes
Chill the cheese balls well before breading so they hold their shape during frying. Use a neutral oil like vegetable to avoid overpowering flavors, and serve the balls right after cooking while the coating stays crisp and the honey drizzle remains warm.
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Equipment: Mixing bowl, Shallow dishes, Deep skillet, Slotted spoon
Cuisine: American
Equipment: Mixing bowl, Shallow dishes, Deep skillet, Slotted spoon