Fried Breaded Kashkaval Cheese Sticks
A trendy gourmet snack: breaded and fried kashkaval or gouda cheese for an irresistible contrast between a golden crispy crust and a melty center. The ultimate European cheese pull, ready in 30 minutes for an appetizer or starter.
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 10.5 oz kashkaval or gouda cheese block
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- scant 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups fine breadcrumbs or panko
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 6 cups sunflower oil for frying
- Herbes de Provence (optional)
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- 1
Cut the cheese into sticks 3 inches long and 0.6 inches thick. Place in the freezer for at least 2 hours—the cheese must be very cold.
- 2
Prepare three shallow bowls: one with flour mixed with salt, pepper, and paprika; one with beaten eggs and milk; and one with breadcrumbs.
- 3
Remove the cheese from the freezer. Coat each stick in flour, then dip quickly into the egg-milk mixture without soaking.
- 4
Immediately coat in breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to ensure they adhere well.
- 5
For extra crunch: refrigerate for 15 minutes, then double-bread (dip again in the egg mixture and breadcrumbs).
- 6
Heat the oil to 355°F. Test with a cube of bread: it should turn golden in 30 seconds.
- 7
Carefully drop 2-3 sticks into the oil at a time. Fry for 1-2 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
- 8
Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.
💡 Chef's Tip
Three chef's secrets: frozen cheese, precise oil temperature (thermometer recommended), and minimal frying time to preserve the contrast. Double-breading creates an even crispier crust. Serve with tzatziki or hot honey for a gourmet effect.
