Crispy Gherkin and Cheddar Bar Bites

Method

• 1

  Step 1

  Select 24 even sized gherkin slices and pat dry
• 2

  Step 2

  Place 2 cheddar slices on top of the other 2 and cut into even sized squares which are the same size as the gherkins.
• 3

  Step 3

  Sandwich the cheddar between the 2 gherkin slices until you have 12 gherkin and cheddar pieces
• 4

  Step 4

  In three separate bowls place the flour in one, the beaten egg in one and the panko breadcrumbs in the last
• 5

  Step 5

  Pass each cheesy gherkin through flour, then egg then bread-crumbs, then repeat so they are “double dipped”
• 6

  Step 6

  Once you have coated all 12 let them sit for a few minutes to set
• 7

  Step 7

  Deep fry in oil for 2/3 mins until golden or drizzle with oil and bake in a 250oC hot oven for 6 mins.
• 8

  Step 8

  Serve immediately with a dip of your choice