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Cheese Stuffed Fried Olives Appetizer

Cheese Stuffed Fried Olives Appetizer
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Cheese Stuffed Fried Olives Appetizer offers a crunchy golden crust with a gooey, melted cheese center wrapped in salty, briny olives. Perfect for parties or casual snacking, this recipe uses simple pantry staples to deliver a flavorful, crispy, and impressive starter that can be customized to suit any palate or dietary need.

Ingredients

Olives and Cheese Filling

  • Large green olives, pitted and firm – about 20-30
  • Mozzarella cheese, cut into small pieces or shredded – 1 cup (alternative: cream cheese, cheddar, feta, gouda, or pepper jack)

Coating Ingredients

  • All-purpose flour – 1/2 cup
  • Salt – 1/4 teaspoon (plus to taste)
  • Optional seasonings (garlic powder, paprika, Italian herbs) – 1/4 teaspoon each, or to taste
  • Eggs, beaten – 2 large
  • Breadcrumbs (fine or panko) – 1 cup

Frying

  • Vegetable or canola oil for frying – about 2-3 cups or enough to deep fry

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Prepare the Olives – Carefully dry the pitted green olives using paper towels to remove moisture. This helps the cheese stuffing stick better and keeps the frying oil clean.
  2. Step 2: Stuff the Olives – Using a small spoon or piping bag, gently fill each olive with your chosen cheese, making sure not to overstuff to avoid leakage while frying.
  3. Step 3: Set up the Breading Station – Arrange three shallow bowls: one with flour mixed with salt and optional seasonings, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs. This dredging setup ensures an even, crisp coating.
  4. Step 4: Coat the Olives – Roll each stuffed olive in flour first, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs. For extra crunch and to secure the filling, repeat dipping in egg and breadcrumbs once more.
  5. Step 5: Fry to Golden Perfection – Heat oil in a deep pan or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Fry the olives in small batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels immediately to remove excess oil.
  6. Step 6: Serve Warm – Best enjoyed fresh and hot to savor the gooey cheese center. Pair with your favorite dipping sauces like marinara, garlic aioli, or spicy mayo for an elevated appetizer experience.

Notes

  • Use firm, large olives to hold cheese effectively and maintain structure during frying.
  • Double breading prevents cheese from leaking and gives extra crunch.
  • Maintain oil temperature steady at medium-high (350°F/175°C) to crisp coating and melt cheese inside.
  • Drain fried olives well on paper towels or a wire rack to keep them crisp.
  • Stuff and bread olives ahead of time, but fry just before serving for the best texture.
  • Leftover unfried olives can be refrigerated for up to 2 days; fry fresh when ready.
  • Freeze unbreaded stuffed olives in a single layer before storing in freezer bags; fry directly from frozen.
  • Reheat fried olives in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes to restore crispness.

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