World Flavors Cookbook

Buñuelos Colombianos

Name: Buñuelos Colombianos
Cook time: 10 min
Cuisine: Colombia
Ingredients: 2 cups grated salty cheese (Costeño or Feta/Cotija mix); 1 cup cornstarch; 1/2 cup cassava flour; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 egg; Milk as needed; Oil for frying

Round, golden cheese fritters that are soft on the inside and crunchy on the outside.

Cuisine: Colombia

Ingredients

2 cups grated salty cheese (Costeño or Feta/Cotija mix)
1 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup cassava flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 egg
Milk as needed
Oil for frying

Instructions

1. Mix cheeses, flours, sugar, and egg. 2. Add milk teaspoon by teaspoon until a smooth, non-sticky dough forms. 3. Form perfect spheres. 4. Fry in deep oil at a constant 320°F. The buñuelos should rotate on their own as they cook. 5. Drain and serve hot.