Wayne Gisslen

Sirniki

Russian Fried Cheese Cakes

Preparation info
  • Portions:

    6

    , portion size: 3½ oz 105 g )
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Professional Cooking: 10th Edition
Professional Cooking

By Wayne Gisslen

Published 2025

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Ingredients

U.S. METRIC INGREDIENTS

Method

Procedure

  1. Place the pot cheese in a strainer lined with cheesecloth. Fold the overhanging cloth over the top of the cheese so it is covered. Set the strainer over a bowl and refrigerate 24 hours to drain the cheese.
  2. Force the cheese through a sieve or food mill into the bowl of a mixer.
  3. Add the flour, egg yolks, salt, and sugar.
  4. Wi

Per serving: Calories, 350; Protein, 18 g; Fat, 23 g (63% cal.); Cholesterol, 130 mg; Carbohydrates, 12 g; Fiber, 0 g; Sodium, 480 mg.