Greek-Style Marinated Cheese Curds Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Additional Time
7 d
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Total Time
7 d 15 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
705 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
Greek-Style Marinated Cheese Curds Recipe
Description
This recipe marinates fresh cheese curds by covering them with olive oil infused with garlic, bay leaves, rosemary, peppercorns, dried oregano, and strips of lemon peel. The oil is warmed gently to release the aromas and then cooled and strained before marinating the curds for one to seven days.
The marinated cheese curds develop herbaceous, citrusy flavors and a softer texture as they absorb the infused oil. Serving these chilled highlights their delicate flavor and creamy mouthfeel alongside crusty bread or as part of a cheese platter.
These cheese curds complement Mediterranean-inspired snacks, pairing well with olives and cured meats. Letting the marinated curds come to room temperature before serving intensifies their flavors.
The marinating time can be adjusted to taste, with longer marination producing more pronounced flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cheese curds
- 1 cup olive oil
- 1 garlic peeled, clove
- 2 bay leaf
- 1 rosemary sprig
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- lemon peel strips from 1 lemon
Instructions
- In a saucepan, gently warm 1 cup of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the garlic clove, bay leaves, rosemary sprig, black peppercorns, and dried oregano to the oil.
- Heat the mixture for about 5 minutes to infuse the oil, ensuring the garlic does not brown.
- Take the saucepan off the heat and allow to cool for a few minutes.
- Strain the oil to remove the solids.
- Place 2 cups of cheese curds in a bowl.
- Pour the strained oil over the cheese curds.
- Add the lemon peel to the bowl with the cheese curds and oil.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate to marinate for at least 24 hours, but for best flavor, leave it for 3 to 7 days.
- Serve the marinated cheese curds chilled.
Notes
- Serve chilled cheese curds as a standalone appetizer or part of a cheese platter with crusty bread.
- They also work well as a flavorful addition to salads or roasted vegetables.
- Allow the marinated curds to come to room temperature about 30 minutes before serving to enhance their flavor.
- Marinate for at least 24 hours, but up to 7 days for deeper flavor infusion.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 705 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 705kcal | 35% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 72g | 111% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 39g | 195% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 365mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 26mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.04g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 25IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 420mg | 42% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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