Description
Creamy brie wrapped in a crispy pistachio crust, topped with hot honey, blackberry, and pomegranate for a sweet and spicy bite.
Ingredients
- 8 oz wheel of Brie cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup fresh blackberries, halved
- 1/4 cup pomegranate arils
- Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix honey and red pepper flakes; set aside.
- In a shallow dish, combine chopped pistachios and panko. In another dish, place flour. In a third, beat egg.
- Coat each Brie cube in flour, dip in egg, then press into pistachio-panko mixture, ensuring all sides are covered. Place on a plate and freeze for 15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry Brie bites in batches until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- Arrange Brie bites on a serving platter. Drizzle with hot honey, top with blackberries and pomegranate arils. Garnish with thyme leaves. Serve immediately.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American