Christmas appetizer of Las Terceras Manchego cheese D.O.P. balls coated in spices
INGREDIENTS
- Las Terceras semi-cured Manchego cheese
- Sweet smoked paprika
- "Peperoncino piccante" or hot paprika
- A small pinch of aromatic herbs to taste (oregano, thyme, etc.)
- For plating: small Christmas ornament caps (the decorative metal tops)
PREPARATION
1
Cut the cheese into square cubes and, using a knife, gradually carve them into circular shapes. Leave them out of the refrigerator so they reach room temperature, which helps the spices adhere better.
2
In a bowl, mix the paprikas with the aromatic herbs and coat the Manchego cheese balls in the mixture.
3
Take the Christmas ornament caps and cross their wire fasteners (if you don't cross them, they tend to break the cheese balls) before inserting them into the cheese.
4
You can crumble or grind the leftover cheese from the carving process to sprinkle over the plate like snow for the final presentation.
