Ingredients

1 jar large pitted green olives ( about 24 olives )
1/4 cup blue cheese
5 cups peanut oil ( approx. , for frying )
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs , lightly beaten
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs , flakes
fresh ground pepper
24 slivered almonds ( optional )
Emeril 's Original Essence ( optional )
Panko and Blue Cheese Olive Sumbishiz is a tasty appetizer to munch on while waiting for your main course. Crispy and golden on the outside and paired with the savory taste of blue cheese and tartness of olives, it makes for a delightful snack. These can be a great hit at your dinner parties.

Instructions

1.Drain the olives and pat them dry with a paper towel.
2.Stuff each olive with a teaspoon of blue cheese and press the halves together to seal.
3.Heat the peanut oil in a deep-frying skillet over medium heat.
4.Place the flour, eggs, and panko flakes in three separate bowls.
5.Season the flour with fresh ground pepper.
6.Roll each olive in flour, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the panko flakes.
7.Fry the olives in the hot oil in small batches for 2 to 3 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
8.Drain on a paper towel and sprinkle with slivered almonds and Emeril's Original Essence (optional). Serve warm.

PROS

This snack is crispy, crunchy, and packed with flavor.
The combination of blue cheese, olives, and panko flakes is delicious and satisfying.

It can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before frying.

CONS

This snack is deep-fried, so it is high in calories and fat.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This snack is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The olives provide a good source of healthy fats and contain antioxidants that promote heart health and reduce inflammation.

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