Fried Goat Cheese with Hot Honey and Parsley Recipe
A simple and delicious recipe for crispy Fried Goat Cheese rounds coated in panko breadcrumbs and served drizzled with sweet, spicy hot honey and fresh parsley garnish. Perfect as an appetizer or elegant snack that takes just minutes to prepare and fry until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Goat Cheese
- 1 (10-11 oz) log of goat cheese
Coating
- 1/2 cup flour
- pinch of salt and pepper
- pinch of garlic powder
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
For Frying and Garnish
- oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil)
- hot honey, for drizzling
- chopped parsley, optional garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the coating bowls: In one shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. In a second bowl, whisk the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to create an egg wash. In a third bowl, pour the panko breadcrumbs.
- Slice the goat cheese: Take the goat cheese straight from the refrigerator to keep it firm, then slice into rounds. Alternatively, form these slices into small balls by rolling them gently in your hands.
- Coat the goat cheese: Dredge each goat cheese slice or ball first in the seasoned flour mixture, then dip into the egg wash, allowing excess to drip off, and finally coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs.
- Freeze coated cheese: Place the coated goat cheese pieces on a plate or cutting board and freeze for 15-20 minutes. This helps them hold their shape during frying.
- Fry the goat cheese: Heat a generous amount of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the coated goat cheese and fry for 2-3 minutes on each side until both sides are golden brown and crispy.
- Drain and garnish: Transfer fried goat cheese to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil. Drizzle with hot honey and sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Keeping the goat cheese cold ensures better shape retention during frying.
- Freezing after coating prevents the cheese from melting too quickly in the oil.
- Use neutral oil with a high smoke point such as vegetable or canola oil for frying.
- Hot honey adds a spicy-sweet contrast but can be adjusted or omitted based on your preference.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Keywords: fried goat cheese, crispy goat cheese, goat cheese appetizer, hot honey goat cheese, panko fried cheese
