Roquefort Fritters with Pear and Tarragon Sala

Name: Roquefort Fritters with Pear and Tarragon Sala
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces firm blue cheese, chilled (recommended: Roquefort, Maytag, or Danish Blue); 2 eggs; 1/2 cup milk; 2 cups bread crumbs (recommended: Japanese Panko); Vegetable oil, for frying; 2 thin-skinned pears, cored and cut into 1/2-inch slices (recommended: Forelle); 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon; 1 teaspoon sugar; Pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Fritters: Cut the cheese into 1-inch cubes and roll lightly between your hands to round off the corners.
2
Chill at least 2 hours.
3
Whisk the egg in a bowl, then whisk in the milk.
4
Place the bread crumbs in a separate bowl.
5
Dip each cube of cheese in the egg, then toss in the bread crumbs to coat.
6
Repeat the process to create a second coating and then a third.
7
(The recipe can be made up to this point and kept refrigerated up to 4 hours in advance.)
8
Salad: Toss the pears with the remaining salad ingredients.
9
Taste and adjust the seasonings with lemon juice, sugar, and salt.
10
Chill until ready to serve.
11
When ready to serve, heat the oil in a deep fryer, or 2 1/2 inches of oil in a deep pot fitted with a deep-frying thermometer, to 365 degrees F. Working in batches of 6 or 7, drop the breaded cheese cubes into the hot oil and fry until evenly browned, about 30 seconds moving them around often.
12
Drain on paper towels.
13
Serve as soon as possible, with pear salad on the side.

325

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces firm blue cheese, chilled (recommended: Roquefort, Maytag, or Danish Blue), 2 eggs, 1/2 cup milk, 2 cups bread crumbs (recommended: Japanese Panko), and more.

Yes, Roquefort Fritters with Pear and Tarragon Sala falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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