Description
Fried goat cheese with tarragon and honey is a delightful appetizer that combines creamy, tangy cheese with the sweetness of honey and aromatic tarragon. Its crispy exterior encases a warm, melty center, creating a flavor explosion that will leave your guests craving more. Perfect for dinner parties or casual gatherings, this elegant dish is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh goat cheese, sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp fresh tarragon, chopped
- ¼ cup honey
- Vegetable oil for frying (about ½ inch deep)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and tools: frying pan, shallow bowls for dredging, and paper towels.
- Dredge each goat cheese round in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry the cheese rounds for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oil, drain on paper towels, drizzle with honey, and sprinkle with fresh tarragon before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (30g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg