Fried Goat Cheese

Total Time: 12 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 2 mins

Ingredients

• 6 ounces chevre cheese or 6 ounces goat cheese, log
• 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/3 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 pinch salt and pepper
• 1 egg, beaten with a little water
• 1/3 cup flour
• 1 1/2 cups olive oil
• 1/3 cup honey, for drizzling
• 2 roasted red peppers, minced, for garnish
• 12 slices baguette

Recipe

• 1 1. slice the goat cheese log into 1/2-inch to 3/4-inch medallions. (for easier slicing, make sure the cheese is well chilled. you may place it in the freezer for 10 minutes before slicing. use unflavored dental floss instead of a knife to get sharp slices.).
• 2 2. in a bowl, combine the panko crumbs, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper.
• 3 3. in another bowl, lightly beat the egg with a little water.
• 4 4. in a third bowl, place the flour.
• 5 5. in a shallow sauté pan, heat about 1/2 inch of olive oil over medium-high heat.
• 6 6. dredge the cheese slices in the flour, then dip in egg, and coat with the panko mixture.
• 7 7. gently place the breaded medallions into the heated olive oil in pan. fry until golden brown on each side, about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes.
• 8 8. remove from the oil and drain/blot on a paper towel.
• 9 9. to serve, place medallions on a serving platter/plate or wooden board. drizzle each with a little honey and garnish with the peppers. serve with sliced baguette.
• 10 these medallions would also be great served atop a green salad.