{"id":"smazeny_syr_791fa204b0","slug":"smazeny-syr-fried-cheese","title":"Smažený sýr (Fried Cheese)","description":"A beloved Czech comfort food staple featuring thick slices of breaded cheese, fried until golden and gooey. Traditionally served with tartar sauce and fries.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":20},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"2 thick slices of Edam or Gouda cheese (approx. 100g each)","name":"Gouda Cheese","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"thick sliced","notes":"Edam or Gouda, about 1.5 cm thick","group":"Main","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1/2 cup all-purpose flour","name":"All-purpose flour","quantity":65,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"","notes":"for dredging","group":"Breading","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"2 large eggs","name":"Egg","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"beaten","notes":"with a pinch of salt","group":"Breading","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 cup fine breadcrumbs","name":"Breadcrumbs","quantity":110,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"cup","form":"fine","notes":"unseasoned","group":"Breading","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1/2 cup vegetable oil","name":"Vegetable Oil","quantity":120,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"","notes":"for shallow frying","group":"Frying","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"Pinch of salt","name":"Salt","quantity":1,"unit":"pinch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"pinch","form":"","notes":"to taste","group":"Breading","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Place the flour, beaten eggs with a pinch of salt, and breadcrumbs into three separate shallow bowls to create a breading station.","group":"Preparation","title":"Place the flour, beaten eggs","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Coat each slice of cheese first in flour, shaking off the excess. Then dip it into the beaten egg, and finally coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs.","group":"Breading","title":"Coat each slice of cheese first","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Breading"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"To ensure the cheese doesn't leak, dip the already breaded cheese slice back into the egg and then into the breadcrumbs for a second time. Press the breadcrumbs firmly with your hands.","group":"Breading","title":"To ensure the cheese doesn't leak, dip the already breaded cheese slice back","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Breading"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot (about 350°F / 177°C), fry the cheese slices for about 2-3 minutes per side until they are golden brown and crisp.","group":"Frying","title":"Heat oil in a pan","timerMinutes":6,"sourceTitle":"Frying"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Remove from the oil and drain on a paper towel for a minute before serving immediately.","group":"Serving","title":"Remove from the oil","timerMinutes":1,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"Use a cheese with a higher fat content (around 30-45%) like Edam or Gouda so it melts perfectly. A double coating of breadcrumbs is essential to prevent the cheese from leaking during frying.","cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Czech"]},"course":["main","appetizer"],"cookingMethod":["fry"],"equipment":["Shallow bowls","Frying pan","Tongs","Paper towels"],"diet":["vegetarian"],"allergens":["milk","eggs","wheat","gluten"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":2,"unit":"serving","note":"2 large cheese steaks"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"You can bread the cheese ahead of time and keep it in the freezer for 15 minutes before frying to help it hold its shape."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container. Reheat in an air fryer or oven to regain crispness.","reheatingNotes":"Avoid microwaving as the breading will become soggy."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fsmazeny_syr_791fa204b0%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=aa9f5d1e-8460-4b65-892c-02625b0c4b7d","imageAlt":"Smažený sýr (Fried Cheese) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["fried cheese","czech cuisine","vegetarian snack","street food","comfort food"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Smažený sýr (Fried Cheese)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T05:32:33.428Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T05:32:33.428Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_943b7108be","slug":"buckwheat-porridge-hrechana-kasha","title":"Buckwheat Porridge (Hrechana Kasha)","description":"A nutritious, nutty, and comforting Eastern European staple. This fluffy buckwheat porridge is a healthy, gluten-free dish that is perfect for breakfast or as a hearty side.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Ukrainian"]},"course":["main","side"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_943b7108be%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=7dd38cb8-7bb4-48fd-b6e8-db1d1eed0a49","imageAlt":"Buckwheat Porridge (Hrechana Kasha) — recipe cover","tags":["healthy","gluten-free","grains","comfort food","ukrainian"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_2de0ebda17","slug":"classic-fried-eggs-yayechnya","title":"Classic Fried Eggs (Yayechnya)","description":"A simple and hearty Eastern European breakfast staple, perfectly fried in butter until the whites are set and the yolks remain golden and runny.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":1,"cookMinutes":4,"totalMinutes":5,"activeMinutes":5},"cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Ukrainian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","keto","low_carb"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_2de0ebda17%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=0988b3e6-a90f-4431-b861-ac88053e5f08","imageAlt":"Classic Fried Eggs (Yayechnya) — recipe cover","tags":["eggs","breakfast","quick","protein","ukrainian","low carb"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":5},{"id":"ovsena_kasa_da34fa4a4b","slug":"creamy-oatmeal-ovsena-kasa","title":"Creamy Oatmeal (Ovsená Kaša)","description":"A comforting and nourishing Eastern European breakfast staple made with rolled oats simmered in milk and water, traditionally served with a knob of butter and honey.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":2,"cookMinutes":8,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":8},"cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Slovak"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fovsena_kasa_da34fa4a4b%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=f129ec12-1f3d-4b53-b747-f42d48dcf3a2","imageAlt":"Creamy Oatmeal (Ovsená Kaša) — recipe cover","tags":["oatmeal","porridge","healthy","warm breakfast","easy breakfast","slovak"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":6,"stepCount":5}]}