Description
Pimento Cheese Fried Olives are a mouthwatering fusion of savory flavors and textures that will elevate any gathering. These crispy bites feature warm green olives stuffed with creamy pimento cheese, creating an irresistible appetizer that’s perfect for parties or casual get-togethers. With each crunch, you’ll experience the delightful contrast of crispy breading and rich cheese, making them an addictive treat that no one can resist!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pimento cheese
- 1 cup large green olives (pitted)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the Olives: Drain and pat dry the green olives thoroughly.
- Stuff the Olives: Use a small spoon or piping bag to fill each olive with pimento cheese generously.
- Bread the Olives: Set up a breading station with bowls of flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs. Dredge each stuffed olive in flour, dip in eggs, then coat in breadcrumbs.
- Heat the Oil: In a deep pot or skillet, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the Olives: Carefully add stuffed olives to the hot oil in batches and fry until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes).
- Drain and Serve: Remove from oil and let drain on paper towels. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 olives (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg