Description
Colombian queso frito tempts cheese enthusiasts with crispy golden exteriors and molten centers. Sizzling directly from waffle iron to plate, this simple street snack delivers pure comfort for hungry diners seeking authentic Latin American flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ lb (226 g) mozzarella, sliced about ½ inch thick
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- ½ cup (60 g) bread crumbs
- 3 tbsps (24 g) all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp paprika, or a pinch of cayenne pepper
- Nonstick cooking spray
- Salsa, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat waffle iron to medium heat, lightly spraying with nonstick coating to prevent cheese adhesion.
- Coating Setup: Arrange three distinct stations – seasoned flour, whisked eggs, and crisp bread crumbs – for comprehensive cheese coverage.
- Dredging Process: Carefully coat mozzarella slices in flour, shaking off excess, then delicately dip into eggs, ensuring minimal dripping before rolling in bread crumbs for a uniform, crispy exterior.
- Waffle Iron Placement: Position breaded cheese slices strategically inside the waffle iron, maintaining adequate spacing to guarantee even cooking and optimal crispiness.
- Cooking Technique: Close waffle iron lid and cook for 60-90 seconds, monitoring until cheese achieves a rich golden-brown color and begins to melt enticingly.
- Serving and Presentation: Carefully extract crispy cheese using heat-resistant utensils, transferring to a serving plate that showcases the melted edges and inviting texture.
- Flavor Enhancement: Pair with zesty salsa or preferred dipping sauce to elevate the cheese’s rich flavor profile, and consider experimenting with alternative cheese varieties like cheddar or gouda for diverse taste experiences.
Notes
- Preheat Precisely: Ensure waffle iron reaches medium heat for consistent, golden-brown cheese crust without burning.
- Coating Technique: Layer flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs thoroughly to create a crispy, even exterior that locks in melted cheese.
- Space Strategically: Avoid overcrowding the waffle iron to guarantee uniform cooking and maximum crispiness for each cheese slice.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy right after cooking to experience the perfect balance of crunchy exterior and gooey, melted cheese interior.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 203
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 460 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 147 mg