Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of crispy fried olives and creamy pimento cheese, perfect for any gathering or cozy night in. These addictive appetizers bring a burst of flavor that will have your guests clamoring for more. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this recipe guarantees memorable moments and satisfied palates at your next event.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup large green olives, pimento-stuffed
- 1 cup pimento cheese (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Drain and thoroughly dry the olives to avoid excess moisture.
- Fill each olive with pimento cheese using a small spoon or piping bag.
- Set up a dredging station with bowls of flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.
- Coat each filled olive first in flour, then egg, and finally breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the olives in batches until golden brown (about 3–4 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg