Tortillas De Queso Fritas (fried Cheese Balls)
Tortillas de Queso Fritas, or Fried Cheese Balls, are a popular Nicaraguan snack made with simple ingredients and bursting with cheesy flavor. These crispy and savory cheese balls are perfect for sharing with friends and family or enjoying as a tasty appetizer.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of grated cheese
- 1 cup of cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1 cup of water
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the grated cheese, cornmeal, salt, and baking powder.
- Add water gradually and knead the mixture until it forms a smooth dough.
- Take small portions of the dough and roll them into balls.
- Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Fry the cheese balls in batches until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fried cheese balls from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve the Tortillas de Queso Fritas hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 180 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Protein
- 10g
- Fat
- 14g
Supplies
Mixing bowl Frying pan Paper towels
Tools
Grater Measuring cups and spoons Wooden spoon
Serving suggestions
Serve the Tortillas de Queso Fritas with a side of salsa or a drizzle of honey for a delicious flavor contrast.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika to the cheese ball mixture for a hint of spice.
Cost
$5