Snack

Colombian Buñuelos

Warm, golden Colombian cheese fritters made with cornstarch, tapioca, feta, and farmer cheese.

  • 25 min
  • 170 kcal
  • Vegetarian
  • Side dish

Mellowpan tip: Makes 12 servings, plenty to share.

Colombian Buñuelos

Ingredients

For 12 servings

Steps

  1. Step 1:

    Place all ingredients except the vegetable oil in a medium bowl. Mix well with your hands until a soft, smooth dough forms.

  2. Step 2:

    Form the dough into small balls using your hands.

  3. Step 3:

    Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot to 300°F; it should be warm, not very hot.

  4. Step 4:

    Carefully drop the balls into the warm oil and fry for 3 to 4 minutes, or until golden brown.

    3–4 min
  5. Step 5:

    Remove the buñuelos from the oil and drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Serve.

  6. Step 6:

    Keep the oil between 300 and 320°F; the frying temperature should not be too hot or too cold.

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