Norwegian Marinated Edam Cheese Marinert Edamerost
Discover the irresistible charm of *Norwegian Marinated Edam Cheese (Marinert Edamerost)*, a simple yet sophisticated appetizer that blends creamy Edam cheese with bold, herbaceous flavors. This quick-prep recipe features bite-sized cubes of Edam cheese soaked in a fragrant marinade of extra virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, fresh thyme, rosemary, garlic, and a hint of spice from black peppercorns and red pepper flakes. Marinated for at least 24 hours, the cheese absorbs the robust flavors, creating a rich, tangy, and aromatic bite perfect for entertaining. Serve this marinated delicacy on a charcuterie board or alongside crusty bread and olives for a stylish Norwegian-inspired starter that’s sure to impress. Perfect for cheese lovers, this recipe is a celebration of Nordic simplicity and vibrant flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Edam cheese
- 150 milliliters Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons White wine vinegar
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 sprigs Fresh thyme
- 1 sprig Fresh rosemary
- 1 leaf Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon Kosher salt
Instructions
Cut the Edam cheese into 2 cm (3/4 inch) cubes and set aside.
Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.
In a medium-sized bowl or a clean glass jar with a lid, combine the olive oil, white wine vinegar, garlic slices, fresh thyme, fresh rosemary, bay leaf, black peppercorns, crushed red pepper flakes, and kosher salt. Stir well to evenly mix the marinade.
Add the Edam cheese cubes to the marinade and gently toss to ensure each cube is well coated with the mixture.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, or seal the jar with its lid. Place in the refrigerator and allow the cheese to marinate for at least 24 hours to absorb the flavors, stirring or shaking the container occasionally.
Before serving, bring the marinated cheese to room temperature by taking it out of the refrigerator 30 minutes prior. Serve as part of a charcuterie board, or alongside crusty bread and olives for a delightful appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
594 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.1 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.6 g | 93% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 52 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 674 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.1 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 18.7 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 560 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 94 mg | 2% | |
*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.
