Low Sodium Hermelin
Discover the rich, bold flavors of **Low Sodium Hermelin**, a delightful twist on the classic Czech specialty. This marinated Camembert recipe balances creamy, tangy, and aromatic notes, perfectly suited for cheese lovers looking for a healthier, low-sodium option. Layers of buttery Camembert are infused with sweet paprika, fresh thyme, mild chili peppers, and garlic, then meticulously marinated in low-sodium sunflower oil and white wine vinegar with fragrant bay leaves and black peppercorns. Easy to assemble in just 20 minutes, this make-ahead treat develops its savory complexity over three days of marination, resulting in a gourmet accompaniment perfect for crusty bread, charcuterie boards, or elegant appetizers. Whether you're exploring Czech cuisine or seeking a unique, low-sodium indulgence, this Hermelin delivers a taste experience that’s unforgettable.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Camembert cheese
- 4 large Garlic cloves
- 2 small Mild chili peppers
- 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
- 2 pieces Bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon Sweet paprika
- 200 ml Low sodium sunflower oil
- 50 ml White wine vinegar
Instructions
Slice the Camembert cheese horizontally into halves, creating two thinner discs.
Thinly slice the garlic cloves and cut the mild chili peppers into rings, removing seeds if you prefer less heat.
Sprinkle the sweet paprika evenly over each side of the cheese halves.
On one of the halves, evenly distribute the sliced garlic and chili pepper rings.
Place a sprig of fresh thyme on top of the garlic and chili.
Put the other half of the cheese back on top, pressing gently.
Repeat with the remaining ingredients to fill and stack all pieces of cheese.
In a clean glass jar, start layering with a few black peppercorns, a bay leaf, and then a stack of filled cheese.
Alternately layer the cheese, remaining garlic slices, chili rings, black peppercorns, bay leaves, and thyme sprigs.
Once the jar is nearly full, pour in the low sodium sunflower oil and white wine vinegar, ensuring all ingredients are submerged.
Seal the jar tightly and refrigerate. Allow to marinate for at least 3 days to let the flavors meld.
Serve with fresh bread or as part of a cheese platter.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2571 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 262.2 g | 336% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.9 g | 300% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 180 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 2120 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 53.6 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1066 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1000 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
