Name: Original Appetizer
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Russian
Ingredients: salad tarts - 8 pcs.; Cucumber - ½ pcs.; microgreens - to taste; Processed cheese - 180 g; Mayonnaise - 2 tbsp.; Garlic - 2 clove

Russian

Discover an astonishingly simple yet incredibly original appetizer that will captivate your taste buds! Just a few ingredients—processed cheese, aromatic garlic, and delicate mayonnaise—will transform into an exquisite treat. If processed cheese isn't to your liking or isn't available, feel free to use hard cheese without sharp or sweet additives to maintain flavor harmony. This appetizer is sure to be the star of any table!

Start by preparing: thoroughly wash and peel the garlic cloves, then rinse and dry the fresh cucumber. Get your grater ready so everything is at hand.

Take the processed cheese and grate it on a medium or large grater to get a delicate cheese mass.

Mince the garlic cloves using a special press or grate them on a fine grater to release their aroma.

Transfer the grated cheese and garlic into a small bowl, then add the mayonnaise. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until a smooth consistency is achieved, creating a delightful filling.

Carefully fill the tartlets with the prepared garlic and cheese mixture using a spoon.

Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and elegantly place them into each tartlet to give the appetizer a fresh look and taste.

Transfer the prepared appetizer to a beautiful plate, garnish with delicate microgreens, and serve immediately to enjoy its freshness and aroma!

Original Appetizer

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Pickled Cucumbers for Winter with Vinegar

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The combination of these three ingredients makes the dish both light and expressive. Zucchini can be served hot or cold; it is equally delicious in either form. This dish cooks quickly, and the result delights with a harmony of tastes and aromas, creating a sense of home comfort with a subtle culinary accent of the East.

Zucchini with Soy Sauce and Garlic

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This appetizer is the perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication. It doesn't require special culinary skills, yet it looks vibrant, exotic, and boasts a unique flavor. If you don't like things too spicy, simply reduce the amount of chili pepper in the marinade. However, it's precisely this piquant note that beautifully complements the sweet and sour fruits, creating a harmonious flavor profile. Pan-fried shrimp, skewered with physalis and grapes, will be a true centerpiece for your table.

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Want to prepare delicious pickled eggplants without spending all day on it? This recipe is your salvation! In just 30 minutes, an aromatic appetizer will appear on your table. Simply boil the eggplants in a piquant marinade, let them cool, dress them with fragrant garlic and fresh herbs, and then drizzle with oil. Perfect for those who value time and taste!

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