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Fried cheese is one of the favorite treats, but its preparation can sometimes be frustrating. It often happens that the cheese leaks out during frying and instead of a crispy crust we end up with an unattractive mess. Fortunately, there are simple tricks that not only prevent this problem but also help with other kitchen hacks. Learn them and improve your culinary skills!
How to properly coat fried cheese so it doesn’t leak
⏳ Total preparation time: 25 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
Ingredients:
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400 g cheese (ideally with a higher fat content, e.g. Eidam 45 % or Gouda)
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2 eggs
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100 g breadcrumbs
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a pinch of salt
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vegetable oil for frying
Instructions:
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Preparing the cheese: Cut the cheese into slices about 1 cm thick and put them in the freezer for 10 minutes. Cooler cheese will be less prone to leaking.
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Breading: Skip the flour, which can cause the coating to crack. Instead use a double coating – first coat the cheese in egg, then in breadcrumbs, and repeat this procedure.
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Frying: Heat enough oil in a pan or pot to medium-high temperature. Fry until golden on both sides, about 1–2 minutes per side.
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Finishing: After frying, let the cheese drain on a paper towel and serve immediately.
Other proven kitchen tricks
1. How to make perfectly fluffy, separate rice
Add a tablespoon of vinegar to the water while cooking. The rice will stay nicely white and won’t stick.
2. Beans that cook faster
Soak beans in sparkling water instead of plain water. They will cook faster and be softer.
3. Sour cream without curdling
Before adding it to a hot sauce, mix it with a little milk – this will prevent it from curdling.
4. Protecting tomato paste from mold
Sprinkle a little mustard powder on the surface, which acts as a preservative.
5. Roasted beetroot for intense flavor
Wrap it in foil and roast it in its skin – it will retain more nutrients and better flavor.
6. Crispy pickles
Add amaranth leaves to the jar for extra crunch.
7. Protecting oil from burning
When frying, add a few carrot slices – the oil won’t burn as quickly.
8. Lemon juice for juicy meat
Drizzle the meat with lemon juice before frying; it will be tastier and more tender.
9. Sparkling water for airy pancakes
Adding sparkling water to the batter will make pancakes lighter and fluffier.
10. Perfect whipped egg whites
Egg whites must be well chilled, while the yolks should be at room temperature.
Conclusion
These kitchen tricks will save you time and ensure better results in the kitchen. Fried cheese will no longer leak, rice will be perfectly separate, and meat perfectly juicy. Try these tips and take your cooking to the next level!
