Description

Golden, crispy on the outside and soft, tangy on the inside, these cottage cheese bites are the perfect snack or starter. Easy to prep and fast to fry, they deliver comfort and crunch in every mouthful.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat, small curd)

1/3 cup all-purpose flour (plus extra if needed)

2 large eggs (divided)

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

3/4 cup cornmeal

2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (like parsley or chives)

Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)

Instructions

Make the Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, flour, one beaten egg, salt, pepper, and optional garlic powder. Stir until it thickens.
Shape the Bites: Form the mixture into small balls or nuggets. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to firm up.
Prepare Coating: Beat the second egg. Dip each chilled bite into egg, then roll in cornmeal to coat.
Fry: Heat oil in a skillet over medium. Fry each coated piece for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
Drain & Garnish: Place on paper towels to drain. Garnish with chopped herbs.