Czech Fried Cheese (Smažený Sýr)

Entered for safe-keeping for ZWT. From rampouch.com, which features Czech recipes for North American kitchens. Serve with tarter sauce, boiled potatoes and salad.

• Ready In: 6 mins
• Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 2  slices edam cheese, each 1/3 inch thick
• 1⁄4 cup flour
• 1  cup  breadcrumbs
• 1  egg, lightly beaten
•  vegetable oil, for frying

Directions

1. Dip cheese slices into flour to form a light coating on all surfaces.
2. Dip each slice into lightly beaten egg and coat completely.
3. Dip each slice into breadcrumbs and coat completely, pat crumbs onto any areas that are not coated.
4. Pour oil into deep frying pan to a depth of 1/2 inch. Heat to 375 degrees F. (Or heat oil in deep fryer.).
5. Carefully place slices in pan and fry on one side for about 20 - 30 seconds, or until golden-brown.
6. Turn and fry on the other side for another 20 - 30 seconds until golden brown.