Scotch Olives Recipe
breaded castelevetrano olives chorizo / aji verde herbed cream cheese
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Ingredients
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Olives
Breading
Herbed Cream Cheese
Frying
Method
Preparation of Filling
- 1
Prepare the Chorizo Filling
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo sausage until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 2
Mix Cream Cheese
In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, aji verde sauce, parsley, chives, garlic powder, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- 3
Stuff the Olives
Once the chorizo has cooled, mix it into the herbed cream cheese mixture. Use a small spoon to stuff each olive with the chorizo and cream cheese mixture. Set aside.
Breading Process
- 4
- 5
Bread the Olives
Dip each stuffed olive into the flour, ensuring it's fully coated. Next, dip it into the egg, allowing excess to drip off, and finally coat it with breadcrumbs. Repeat until all olives are breaded.
Frying
- 6
- 7
Fry the Olives
Carefully add the breaded olives to the hot oil, a few at a time, without overcrowding. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 8
Serve
Arrange the fried Scotch olives on a serving platter with aji verde sauce for dipping. Enjoy!