Jul 14 2026
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Goat Cheese Balls Recipe

Inspired by Tequila 61
Time30m
Serves4

Beer-battered crispy balls of goat cheese with a touch of basil, honey & pistachio dust. Served with crostini

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Ingredients

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Goat Cheese Balls

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Goat Cheese Balls

    In a mixing bowl, combine goat cheese, chopped basil, and salt. Mix until well combined. Form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.

  2. 2

    Set Up Breading Station

    In a shallow dish, add flour and season with black pepper. In another dish, beat the eggs. In a third dish, place breadcrumbs.

  3. 3

    Batter the Cheese Balls

    Roll each goat cheese ball in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and then coat with breadcrumbs. Set aside on a plate.

  4. 4

    Make the Beer Batter

    In a large bowl, mix flour, beer, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Dip the breaded cheese balls into the beer batter until fully coated.

  5. 5

    Fry the Cheese Balls

    In a deep pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Carefully drop the beer-battered cheese balls into the hot oil, frying in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  6. 6

    Prepare for Serving

    Arrange the crispy goat cheese balls on a platter with crostini. Drizzle honey over the cheese balls and sprinkle with finely chopped pistachios.

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