Fried Adyghe cheese with garlic

1 serving

10 minutes

Fried Adyghe cheese with garlic is a fragrant, spicy, and tender dish of Caucasian cuisine that combines simplicity in preparation with rich flavors. Adyghe cheese, with its soft texture and slight acidity, acquires an appetizing crispy crust when fried, while garlic and spices add piquancy and depth. The origins of this recipe trace back to traditional cheese-making methods in the Caucasian regions where simple yet rich dishes adorn festive and everyday meals. This cheese can be served as a standalone appetizer complemented by herbs and fresh vegetables or as a side dish to meat dishes. The perfect combination of textures and aromas makes it an excellent choice for lovers of rich flavors and cozy home evenings.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 553.4
• Proteins: 28.4g
• Fats: 41g
• Carbohydrates: 3g

Ingredients

• Adyghe cheese: 150 g
• Ground dried garlic: 0.5 tsp
• Ground chili pepper: to taste
• Sea salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Olive oil: 1 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Cut the cheese into pieces 6–8 mm thick.

   Required ingredients:

   • Adyghe cheese: 150 g

2. Heat olive oil in a grill pan.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 1 tablespoon

3. Place the cheese. Fry for 1-2 minutes on high heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Adyghe cheese: 150 g

4. Add ground garlic.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground dried garlic: 0.5 teaspoon

5. Add salt. Reduce the heat to medium.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sea salt:  to taste

6. Flip and fry for another 1-2 minutes.

7. Add ground chili.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground chili pepper:  to taste

8. Add pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

9. Flip again and fry for 2 minutes.

10. Transfer to a plate and serve.