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Cottage cheese with cheese, egg and herbs

3 servings

20 minutes

Cottage cheese with cheese, egg, and herbs is a delicate and aromatic dish of Russian cuisine that combines simplicity and sophistication. The origins of this recipe trace back to traditional peasant breakfasts when fresh products were used to create nutritious and hearty meals. The taste of the dish is harmonious: soft cottage cheese adds tenderness, eggs provide lightness, cheese brings richness, and herbs add freshness. Adjika adds a spicy note that emphasizes the depth of flavor. The uniqueness of this recipe lies in the cooking method: layers of cottage cheese mixture with cheese are simmered in a pan with juicy tomatoes, creating an appetizing golden crust. This dish is perfect for breakfast or a light dinner and pairs wonderfully with rye bread and fresh vegetables.

Cottage cheese with cheese, egg and herbs
Energy value per serving
Calories
295kcal
Proteins
25.1grams
Fats
19.1grams
Carbohydrates
5.1grams
Ingredients
3servings
Cheese
100 
g
Fresh herbs
1 
bunch
Adjika
 
to taste
Salt
 
to taste
Cooking steps
  • 1

    In a bowl, mix cottage cheese with eggs and herbs. Add adjika to taste, I added about half a teaspoon. Add a little salt.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Curd cheese (tvorog): 150 g
    2. Chicken egg: 3 pieces
    3. Fresh herbs: 1 bunch
    4. Adjika:  to taste
    5. Salt:  to taste
  • 2

    Slice the tomatoes into thin rounds and place them in a heated pan with sunflower oil. Sprinkle with a little salt. Layer half of the resulting mixture evenly on top.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Tomatoes: 2 pieces
  • 3

    Slice the cheese into thin slices and evenly layer it on top to cover everything. Evenly spread the remaining half on top and fry under a lid for 10 minutes.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Cheese: 100 g