Tunisian Crispy Cheese Fritters
A crispy fritter filled with rich Tunisian cheese, perfect for a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup Tunisian cheesericotta or similar
- ●1/2 cup All-purpose flourfor crispy coating
- ●2 large Eggsfor binding
- ●1/4 cup Rich creamfor creamy center
- ●1/4 cup Breadcrumbsfor crispy coating
- ●1/4 teaspoon Crushed red pepperoptional for spice
- ●to taste Saltfor seasoning
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, crumble the Tunisian cheese into small pieces.
- 2
Add the flour, eggs, rich cream, breadcrumbs, crushed red pepper, and salt to the bowl with the cheese.
- 3
Mix the ingredients together until well combined.
- 4
Using your hands, shape the mixture into small patties, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
- 5
Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 6
When the oil is hot, add a few of the fritters to the skillet (do not overcrowd).
- 7
Fry the fritters for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until crispy and golden brown.
- 8
Remove the fritters from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- 9
Serve the fritters hot with a side of your favorite dipping sauce.
- 10
Repeat the frying process with the remaining fritters.
- 11
Enjoy your crispy Tunisian cheese fritters!