Blackberry Fried Brie

Mille®'s Note:

Absolutely delicious.

• Total Time: 30 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 1/2 lb brie cheese
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 2 ounces fresh breadcrumbs
• 1 ounce caster or 1 ounce superfine sugar
• 5 ounces fresh blackberries
• 4 tablespoons water
• 1/2 teaspoon arrowroot
• oil (for deep frying)
• fresh parsley sprig (to garnish)

Directions:

1. Place the egg in a shallow wide dish and beat well.
2. Place the breadcrumbs on a plate.
3. Cut the Brie into four equal portions.
4. Dip the Brie first into the egg and then into the breadcrumbs, turning to coat on all sides; refrigerate until ready to cook.
5. Place the blackberries in a pan, reserving a few for garnish, together with the sugar and 4 tablespoons water.
6. Bring gently to the boil and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Blend the arrowroot with a little cold water and stir into the sauce to thicken slightly.
8. Meanwhile, heat the oil for deep frying to 180°C/ 350°F.
9. Fry the Brie for 3-4 minutes until golden brown then remove from the oil and drain on kitchen paper.
10. To serve- transfer the Brie to individual plates, pour a little of the sauce over each portion of Brie and garnish with the parsley and reserved blackberries.

Reviews

[rsarahl]

Fresh summertime way to enjoy brie! I used fresh mint (spearmint and chocolate mint) from the garden as an edible and fragrant garnish instead of the parsley. The mint seems a better match to me for this brie recipe since it's sweet. I'm reserving parsley for more savory brie recipes.

[KellyMac6]

This was really delicious. I didn't cut my Brie up and just served it as one big slice with crackers as an apetizer. I think next time I will try and add a little less water and sugar and keep the berries a little fresher to make it less like a dessert. Great recipe though, thank you!