Crispy Cheese Ball with Tomato & Salad
A Swiss-inspired fried cheese ball (malakoff) served with warm tomato sauce and a tangy shredded vegetable salad. Golden, melty, and addictive — ready in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 720
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Toss both cheeses with half the flour (about 6 tbsp) and a pinch of salt until the mixture is crumbly and evenly coated.
Step 2
Divide into 2 balls and coat each in the remaining flour, pressing gently so the flour adheres.
Step 3
Heat oil in a heavy pot to 350°F (a piece of bread browns in 60 seconds). Carefully slide the cheese balls into the oil.
Step 4
Fry for 4–5 minutes, turning once with a slotted spoon, until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
Step 5
Drain on paper towels. Warm the tomato sauce in a small pan over medium heat until steaming, about 2 minutes.
Step 6
Plate the warm cheese ball, spoon tomato sauce alongside, and serve with the shredded vegetable salad on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- heavy-bottomed pot or deep skillet
- instant-read thermometer
- slotted spoon
- paper towels
- small saucepan
- grater
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