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Thursday, 5 May 2011

Czech Fried Cheese Recipe - Syr Smazeny

This Czech recipe for fried cheese or syr smazenyis a popular street food and so easy to make.
It can be eaten as an appetizer or a vegetarian main course with mashed potatoes and vegetables.
Edam, Gouda or Swiss cheese work well.

Makes 2 servings of Czech Fried Cheese or Syr Smazeny

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

4 (1-inch-thick) slices Edam, Gouda or Swiss cheese
Salt to taste
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 large beaten egg
2/3 cup bread crumbs
Oil or shortening for frying

Preparation:

Sprinkle cheese with salt, if desired. Dredge slices in flour, then in beaten egg, and finally in bread crumbs, making sure the cheese slices are completely covered.
Fry quickly in hot oil or shortening until golden brown. Serve immediately.