French Cottage Cheese Patties
Ingredients
- 450 g cottage cheese (about 2 cups)
- 3 egg yolks
- 50 g sugar (1/4 cup)
- A pinch of salt
- 50 g semolina (about 1/3 cup)
- 50 ml vegetable oil (about 3 tablespoons) for frying
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, egg yolks, sugar, salt, and semolina. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are evenly incorporated and the mixture becomes smooth.
Step 2: Heat the Oil
Pour the vegetable oil into a frying pan and heat over medium heat.
Step 3: Shape the Patties
Using your hands or a spoon, form small patties from the cottage cheese mixture.
Step 4: Fry Until Golden
Place the patties carefully into the hot pan. Fry for several minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
Step 5: Remove Excess Oil
Transfer the cooked patties onto paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Step 6: Serve Warm
Serve warm on their own or with jam, honey, fresh berries, or sour cream.
Time, Servings & Nutrition
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 4
Approximate Nutrition per Serving:
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 10 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fat: 14 g
Why This Recipe Is Good
Cottage cheese is rich in protein and calcium, making these patties filling and nutritious. Semolina provides texture without making the recipe heavy, while the simple ingredients keep the flavor natural and comforting.