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Chili Crisp Cottage Cheese Flatbreads

Chili Crisp Cottage Cheese Flatbreads
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Chili Crisp Cottage Cheese Flatbreads combine creamy cottage cheese, spicy chili crisp, and soft flatbreads to create a quick, flavorful, and satisfying snack or light meal. Ready in under 20 minutes, this versatile recipe packs a punch of texture and flavor with a perfect balance of creaminess, heat, and crunch. Customizable and healthy, it’s ideal for busy days or last-minute cravings.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • Soft flatbreads (such as tortillas, naan, pita, or lavash) – 4 pieces
  • Cottage cheese – 1 cup
  • Chili crisp sauce – 3 tablespoons
  • Fresh lime juice – 1 tablespoon
  • Salt – pinch
  • Fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley), chopped – 2 tablespoons

Optional Toppings

  • Sliced scallions – 2 tablespoons
  • Toasted sesame seeds – 1 tablespoon
  • Thinly sliced cucumber, radishes, or bell peppers – as desired
  • Extra chili flakes or hot sauce – to taste
  • Cooked shredded chicken or smoked salmon (for added protein) – optional

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Flatbreads: Warm your flatbreads slightly on a dry skillet or in the oven for about 1 to 2 minutes on each side until soft and pliable. This makes them easier to fold or hold toppings without tearing.
  2. Mix the Cottage Cheese and Lime: In a small bowl, gently stir together the cottage cheese with fresh lime juice and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors and add a hint of tang that balances the chili crisp’s heat.
  3. Spread the Cottage Cheese Mixture: Evenly spread a generous layer of the lime-infused cottage cheese onto each warmed flatbread. This serves as the creamy base and helps cool down the spicy chili crisp.
  4. Drizzle Chili Crisp: Top the cottage cheese layer with a spoonful of chili crisp sauce. Include some of the flavorful crunchy bits as well as the oil for that perfect spicy crunch in every bite.
  5. Add Fresh Herbs and Optional Toppings: Sprinkle fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley on top for brightness. Add sliced scallions, toasted sesame seeds, or any optional crunchy vegetables for extra texture and flavor.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Fold the flatbreads or serve them open-faced as a delicious snack, appetizer, or light meal. They’re best enjoyed warm and fresh.

Notes

  • Choose a quality chili crisp sauce with crunchy bits to significantly elevate flavor and texture.
  • Let the cottage cheese come to room temperature for easier spreading and better blending of flavors.
  • Avoid adding too much chili crisp at once to prevent overpowering the mild cottage cheese flavor.
  • Warm flatbreads properly to soften them, preventing cracking and enhancing flavor.
  • Experiment with fresh herbs such as cilantro, parsley, or mint for unique flavor variations.
  • You can substitute cottage cheese with ricotta or cream cheese for different creamy textures.
  • For a vegan version, replace cottage cheese with cashew cream or tofu-based spreads.

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