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Cottage Cheese Fritters

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Golden outside and soft in the center, these cottage cheese fritters stay tender from the dough and rich from the melted cheese filling. They feel comforting and substantial without needing much on the side.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 3

Ingredients

  • 1½ cups 190 g all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup 150 g cottage cheese (farmer’s cheese or tvorog)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vinegar
  • 150 g hard cheese grated (5 oz)
  • 2 garlic cloves grated
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 2 tbsp sour cream

Instructions

  • Stir the cottage cheese and eggs together in a bowl until mostly smooth.
  • Add the sugar, salt, and flour and mix into a soft dough.
  • Stir in the baking soda and vinegar until evenly combined.
  • Mix the grated cheese, garlic, dill, and sour cream in a separate bowl.
  • Divide the dough into small portions.
  • Flatten each one, add a spoonful of filling, and seal the dough around it.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook the fritters seam-side down for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through.
  • Transfer to a plate and serve warm.