Buñuelos: Colombian Cheese Fritters
Buñuelos are a popular Colombian snack made from a simple dough of cheese and corn flour, then fried to golden perfection. These cheese fritters are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups pre-cooked corn flour (masarepa)
- 1 1/2 cups grated Colombian cheese (queso blanco or similar)
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the pre-cooked corn flour, grated cheese, salt, and sugar.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together, then pour into the dry ingredients.
- Knead the dough until it's smooth and uniform in texture.
- Divide the dough into small portions and roll them into balls about the size of a golf ball.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or skillet over medium heat.
- Gently place the dough balls into the hot oil and fry until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the buñuelos from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain any excess oil.
- Serve the buñuelos warm and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 9g
Supplies
Large bowl Whisk Deep pot or skillet Paper towels
Tools
Frying pan
Serving suggestions
Serve the buñuelos with a cup of Colombian hot chocolate for a traditional and delicious combination.
Tips & tricks
Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the buñuelos to ensure they cook evenly and become crispy.
Cost
$10