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Cottage Cheese Tomato Puffs

Delightful golden pastries filled with cottage cheese, tomatoes, and fresh herbs, perfect as an appetizer or snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Fried, Global
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 egg egg
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup grated cheese (e.g., cheddar or mozzarella)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (e.g., basil or parsley)
For Frying
  • as needed none Oil for frying

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, mix the cottage cheese, flour, baking powder, salt, and egg until a cohesive batter forms.
  2. Gently fold in the chopped tomatoes, grated cheese, and herbs.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides.
  3. Remove from oil and let drain on paper towels.

Notes

Serve these puffs warm with sour cream or chutney. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.