Appetizer of Adyghe cheese with pesto sauce

1 serving

10 minutes

Adyghe cheese appetizer with pesto sauce is a delightful combination of tender, slightly spicy cheese and aromatic pesto. Adyghe cheese, known for its soft texture and subtle creamy flavor, is browned in hot mustard oil, acquiring an appetizing crust. The serving with spicy notes of black and chili peppers, along with crunchy sesame seeds adds expressiveness to the flavor play. The pesto sauce made from fresh herbs gives the dish freshness and sophistication. This appetizer pairs perfectly with greens and can be a great addition to a festive table or a cozy family dinner. Its simplicity in preparation makes it accessible even for culinary beginners, while its rich taste and texture will surely leave a pleasant impression.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 968.2
• Proteins: 20.8g
• Fats: 90.6g
• Carbohydrates: 8.3g

Ingredients

• Adyghe cheese: 75 g
• Mustard oil: 1 tbsp
• Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
• Ground chili pepper: to taste
• Sesame: pinch
• Green: to taste
• Pesto: 6 tbsp
• Sea salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Cut the cheese into slices about 1–1.5 cm thick.

   Required ingredients:

   • Adyghe cheese: 75 g

2. Heat oil in a pan.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mustard oil: 1 tablespoon

3. Put the cheese in the butter.

   Required ingredients:

   • Adyghe cheese: 75 g
   • Mustard oil: 1 tablespoon

4. Season with black pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste

5. Then add salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sea salt:  to taste

6. Once the bottom side is browned, flip it.

7. Place the greens on the plate.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green:  to taste

8. Once the second side is browned, remove from heat and place on a plate.

9. Spread pesto sauce (one tablespoon on each slice) on top.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pesto: 6 tablespoons

10. Season with chili pepper and sesame, and serve.

    Required ingredients:

    • Ground chili pepper:  to taste
    • Sesame:  pinch