Description

These Cheese Stuffed Fried Olives are the perfect appetizer for parties, featuring a crunchy exterior filled with creamy cheese and savory olives. They are a delightful blend of flavors that will impress your guests.

Ingredients

Ingredients:

1 jar (about 8 oz) large green olives, pitted
4 ounces cream cheese or mozzarella, cut into small cubes
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Vegetable oil for frying
Marinara or aioli for dipping

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Instructions

Prepare the Olives: Drain and pat dry the olives. Stuff each olive with cream cheese or mozzarella.
Breading Process: Set up three bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and a mix of breadcrumbs with Parmesan. Coat each olive in flour, then egg, and finally breadcrumbs.
Fry the Olives: Heat oil to 350°F, fry olives in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
Serve: Serve hot with marinara sauce or aioli for dipping.

Notes

For a spicier version, add crushed red pepper flakes to the breadcrumb mixture.
These can be assembled a day ahead and fried just before serving.