Description
This recipe features crispy fried goat cheese rounds infused with fresh tarragon and drizzled with sweet honey. Perfect as an elegant appetizer, snack, or salad topper, the creamy goat cheese contrasts beautifully with the crunchy panko coating and aromatic herbs, complemented by the natural sweetness of honey.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese
- 8 oz fresh goat cheese log
Breading
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp fresh tarragon, chopped (or 1 tsp dried tarragon)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Frying & Garnish
- 1/4 cup olive oil (for frying)
- 2 tbsp honey (for drizzling)
- Fresh tarragon leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Goat Cheese: Slice the goat cheese log into 1/2-inch thick rounds, yielding about 8 slices. Arrange the slices on a plate and set aside.
- Set Up Breading Station: Place the flour in one shallow bowl. Beat the eggs in a second shallow bowl. In a third shallow bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with chopped fresh tarragon, salt, and pepper.
- Bread the Goat Cheese: Lightly coat each goat cheese slice in flour, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally press evenly into the panko mixture to coat both sides thoroughly. Repeat for all slices.
- Fry the Goat Cheese: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When hot, carefully place the breaded goat cheese slices into the skillet. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy, handling gently to keep the cheese intact.
- Drizzle with Honey: Transfer the fried goat cheese to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Drizzle with honey and garnish with fresh tarragon leaves if desired.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately as a delightful appetizer, snack, or as a flavorful addition to salads.
Notes
- Use fresh goat cheese for the best texture and flavor.
- Be gentle when frying and flipping to prevent the cheese from breaking.
- The honey drizzle adds a lovely sweet contrast to the savory fried cheese.
- Fresh tarragon enhances the herbaceous flavor but dried can be substituted if needed.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the crispy texture.
