Smoked Czech Smažený Sýr with Tartare Sauce
A Crispy Delicacy with a Smoky Twist
Experience the traditional Czech smažený sýr — fried cheese — with an irresistible smoky flavor, paired perfectly with a creamy tartare sauce.
- 1 h 20 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Smoked Cheese
For the Tartare Sauce
Preparation
Marinating the Cheese
Freeze the cheese slices
Cut the smoked cheese into 1-inch thick slices and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
Ensure the cheese is well frozen before breading to prevent it from melting too quickly during frying.
Prepare the breading station
Set up three shallow dishes with flour, beaten eggs, and seasoned breadcrumbs.
Bread the cheese slices
Dredge the frozen cheese slices in flour, dip them into the beaten eggs, then coat evenly with breadcrumbs.
Make sure cheese is thoroughly coated to prevent leaking during frying.
Preparing the Tartare Sauce
Combine the ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, capers, pickle relish, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard.
Season and chill
Season with salt and pepper to taste, then chill the sauce in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Cooking Process
Fry the cheese
Carefully fry breaded cheese in hot oil until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
Drain and rest
Place fried cheese on a paper towel to absorb excess oil and let rest.
Finalize the sauce
Stir the tartare sauce to ensure ingredients are well combined before serving.
Plating & Serving
Smoked Czech Smažený Sýr with Tartare Sauce
Smoked Czech Smažený Sýr with Tartare Sauce
Plating & Serving
Arrange the crispy cheese slices on a serving platter alongside a small bowl of tartare sauce for dipping.