Mexican Restaurant Marinated Cheese

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 3

Mexican Restaurant Marinated Cheese - A Spicy and Flavorful Appetizer

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

5 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

2 hr 5 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb queso fresco or 1 lb queso blanco
	1 jar pickled jalapeno peppers

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

120

Sugar

Fat

10g

Mexican Restaurant Marinated Cheese is a popular Mexican appetizer that's easy to prepare and full of flavor. Queso fresco or queso blanco is the perfect cheese to use for this recipe as it crumbles nicely and doesn't melt. The pickled jalapenos give the cheese a nice kick, making it a great appetizer for anyone who loves spicy food. This marinated cheese is perfect for entertaining and can be served with crackers or tortilla chips. If you're a cheese lover, you won't be disappointed with this recipe! It's a great addition to any party or gathering.

Instructions

1.	Slice the cheese into small cubes and place them in a shallow dish.
2.	Pour the pickled jalapeno peppers and their liquid over the cheese, making sure all the cheese is covered.
3.	Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
4.	When ready to serve, remove from the fridge and let sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

PROS

This marinated cheese is a quick and easy appetizer that packs a lot of flavor!
The pickled jalapenos give it a nice kick, making it perfect for anyone who loves spicy food.

CONS

This recipe is high in sodium due to the pickled jalapenos.

If you’re watching your salt intake, it’s best to enjoy this in moderation or make your own pickled peppers with less salt.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cheese is a good source of calcium, protein, and vitamins A and B12.
While it’s not the healthiest appetizer option, it can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. The jalapenos in this recipe contain capsaicin, a compound that gives them their spicy flavor and has been linked to pain relief and reducing inflammation in the body.