Fried Cheese Curds
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Fried Cheese Curds
Description
Fried Cheese Curds are prepared by first letting fresh cheese curds sit at room temperature until they begin to sweat slightly, which helps the coating stick better. They are then dusted lightly with flour and frozen to firm up before being dipped in a batter made from flour, baking powder, salt, and club soda that creates a light, airy coating. Deep-fried at 360 degrees Fahrenheit, the curds cook fast, becoming golden within about a minute. Stirring halfway ensures even browning. The result is a crunchy exterior surrounding warm, seductive pockets of melted cheese curd.
The crispy batter contrasts with the cheese’s chewy texture, delivering a snack with both crunch and tenderness. These curds are great on their own or served alongside dipping sauces or salads as an appetizer. The frying time is short, making them practical to prepare fresh for small gatherings or casual meals. The batter uses club soda to add bubbles, aiding crispness, while freezing the curds before dipping helps the batter cling better and prevents the cheese from melting too quickly.
Ingredients
- 1 pound cheese curds , room temperature
- 1 cup flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup club soda
- vegetable oil , for frying
Instructions
- Let the curds sit at room temperature until they start to sweat a little before coating them in flour then freeze them for 60 minutes.
- Use the remaining flour and add it to a bowl with the baking powder, salt and club soda, whisking until smooth.
- Heat a pot of oil 3 inches deep to 360 degrees.
- Add the cheese curds to the batter using a skimmer to let the excess batter drain before adding them to the hot oil and cooking them for one minute until golden brown, stirring them after about 30 seconds.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 186 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 186kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 40mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 348mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 61mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 295mg | 30% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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