Fried Goat Cheese Honey Herbs (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Goat Cheese Mixture

01 - 1 (8-ounce) goat cheese log, softened
02 - ½ teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
03 - ½ teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme
04 - 1 tablespoon honey

→ Coating Ingredients

05 - ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
06 - ¼ teaspoon salt
07 - ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
08 - 1 egg
09 - 1 tablespoon milk
10 - ⅔ cup Panko breadcrumbs
11 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder

→ Frying

12 - 2-3 tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil

# Instructions:

01 - In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the goat cheese, rosemary, thyme, and honey with a fork until well combined.
02 - Place the goat cheese mixture in the center of a piece of wax or parchment paper and roll into a log. Freeze for 20-30 minutes or refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
03 - Once the goat cheese log has hardened, use a sharp knife to cut it into 8 medallions.
04 - In three separate shallow bowls: add the flour, salt, and pepper to the first bowl; whisk the egg and milk in the second bowl; and mix the Panko breadcrumbs and garlic powder in the third bowl.
05 - Dip each goat cheese medallion in the flour mixture, dredge in the egg wash, and then coat completely in the Panko breadcrumbs. Repeat with the remaining slices.
06 - In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1-2 tablespoons of oil and heat fully. Add 4 goat cheese slices and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until lightly golden. Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining oil and medallions.
07 - Serve fried goat cheese with a Fall Harvest Salad or as an appetizer with additional honey and fresh herbs.

# Notes:

01 - Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is ideal for lightly frying.
02 - For gluten-free preparation, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free 1-to-1 blend and use gluten-free Panko breadcrumbs.