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Cheese Stuffed Fried Olives Appetizer

Cheese Stuffed Fried Olives Appetizer

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: About 20 stuffed olives (depending on olive size)
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Cheese Stuffed Fried Olives Appetizer offers a delightful combination of crispy golden exterior and creamy cheesy center. This quick and easy snack features large green olives stuffed with a smooth blend of cream cheese and shredded mozzarella, then breaded and fried to perfection for a crunchy bite that bursts with savory, melty flavor. Perfect for parties, gatherings, or as a savory snack, this appetizer is made with simple ingredients and offers flexible variations to suit your taste or dietary needs.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • Large green olives, pitted and slightly firm
  • Cream cheese (softened)
  • Shredded mozzarella cheese

Breading and Coating

  • All-purpose flour (for dredging)
  • Eggs, beaten
  • Bread crumbs or panko
  • Vegetable oil (for deep frying)

Optional Seasonings

  • Paprika
  • Garlic powder
  • Black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cheese Filling: In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese with shredded mozzarella. Mix until smooth and creamy. Optionally, season with a pinch of salt, black pepper, or your favorite seasoning to enhance the flavor.
  2. Stuff the Olives: Using a small spoon or piping bag, carefully fill each pitted olive with the cheese mixture. Ensure the olives are filled generously but not overstuffed to prevent cheese from leaking during frying.
  3. Set Up Breading Station: Arrange three shallow dishes: one with all-purpose flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with bread crumbs or panko (season bread crumbs with optional paprika, garlic powder, or black pepper, if desired).
  4. Coat the Olives: Roll each stuffed olive in flour to lightly coat, dip into the beaten eggs, then roll in bread crumbs until evenly covered. For extra crispiness, repeat the egg dip and bread crumb coating one more time.
  5. Fry the Olives: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry the coated olives in small batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  6. Serve Warm: Let the Cheese Stuffed Fried Olives cool slightly before serving to enjoy their creamy and crispy texture at its best.

Notes

  • Choose firm olives to prevent them from falling apart during frying.
  • Chill the stuffed olives in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before frying to help the cheese firm up and reduce leakage.
  • Maintain the oil temperature between 350°F and 360°F to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
  • Double breading (repeating the egg wash and bread crumbs) enhances crunchiness.
  • Drain fried olives well on paper towels immediately after cooking to keep the coating crispy.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 5 stuffed fried olives
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

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