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Pan-fried Primo Sale cheese

Pan-fried Primo Sale cheese

Discover the deliciousness of Pan-fried Primo Sale cheese, a crispy Sicilian delight that captures the essence of Mediterranean flavors!

Author: Maria Russo • Published on: March 29, 2012
Categories: Appetizers
Tags: anchovies anchovies flour 00 flour extra virgin olive oil parsley primo sale cheese
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Prep Time
15 minutes
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Cook Time
15 minutes
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Servings
4 people
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Difficulty
Easy
💰 Moderate
🗓️ All year
⭐ 4.8/5

🛒 Ingredients

  • ✓ 800 g of primo sale cheese
  • ✓ 4 salted anchovy fillets
  • ✓ 50 g of plain flour
  • ✓ Extra virgin olive oil
  • ✓ A bunch of parsley

📊 Nutritional Information

Calories
250-300 kcal
Protein
15-20 g
Fat
18-22 g
Carbohydrates
5-10 g
Fiber
1 g

Welcome to a delightful journey through the vibrant culinary traditions of Sicily with Maria Russo's exquisite Pan-fried Primo Sale cheese! 
This dish is a true treasure of Sicilian cuisine, featuring luscious pecorino cheese infused with the bold essence of anchovies. 
Coated lightly in flour and fried to golden perfection in extra virgin olive oil, each bite transports you to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean. 
Ideal for a casual lunch or an elegant soirée, this crispy creation captures the island's rich culinary heritage, offering a delightful interplay of creamy and zesty flavours.
Indulge in this genuine taste of Sicily and bring a slice of Mediterranean excellence to your table.

👨‍🍳 Preparation

  1. 1

    Cut the primo sale cheese into rectangular pieces about 1 cm thick.

  2. 2

    Make a horizontal incision in each piece of cheese and insert a bit of anchovy as filling.

  3. 3

    Coat all the filled cheese pieces with flour.

  4. 4

    Pan-fry the cheese pieces in a little extra virgin olive oil for 3-4 minutes.

  5. 5

    Remove excess oil with paper towels and serve the cheese hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

💡 Tips and Variations

For a twist, you might add a hint of lemon zest to the flour for extra zing. Alternatively, substitute anchovies with sun-dried tomatoes for a different flavour profile.

📦 Storage

  • • Refrigerator Storage: Allow the fried cheese to cool at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes. Then store the pieces covered with plastic wrap or in an airtight container in the coldest part of the fridge. Consume within 2-3 days.
  • • Avoid Freezing: The texture and flavour may be compromised if frozen.
  • • Reheating: For best results, reheat in a conventional oven at 150°C for 5-7 minutes to maintain crispiness.

🍷 Pairing

Pair this delightful dish with a glass of Sicilia Rosso Riserva Sambuca. Its intense aroma and full-bodied, velvety taste complement the savoury cheese perfectly. Serve it between 16 and 18 degrees Celsius for an optimal experience.

Thank you for exploring this savoury Sicilian recipe with us! We hope you enjoy making and tasting this dish as much as we do. Share your culinary creation on social media and delight your guests with a true Sicilian experience.

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