Spanish Tapas Recipes: Crispy Manchego Cheese with Quince Paste

manchego cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: mozzarella

Mozzarella is more affordable and widely available.

quince paste

🥗Healthier: apple butter

💰Cheaper: fruit preserves

Fruit preserves provide a similar sweet flavor.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Crushed crackers can mimic the texture of bread crumbs.

Slice manchego cheese into thick pieces.

Dredge cheese slices in flour, coating evenly.

Dip floured cheese slices in beaten eggs.

Coat cheese slices with bread crumbs, pressing lightly.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry cheese slices until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Serve warm with quince paste on the side.

Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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