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Fried Cheese Curds

Crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, these fried cheese curds are a perfect snack for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup cold buttermilk
  • 1 large egg (room temperature and well beaten)
For frying
  • 1 pound cheese curds Pat dry before use.
  • 3-4 cups vegetable oil For frying.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the cheese curds dry with paper towels and place them in the freezer for about 10 minutes.
Cooking
  1. In a deep skillet, add 3-4 cups of vegetable oil and heat over medium-high until it reaches 375°F.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and kosher salt.
  3. Add the cold buttermilk and beaten egg to the dry ingredients, whisking until smooth without lumps.
  4. Dip the chilled cheese curds into the batter.
  5. Carefully drop no more than 8 or 9 curds into the hot oil, adjusting to keep the temperature at 375°F.
  6. Fry the curds for about 1.5 to 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  7. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried cheese curds onto a baking sheet lined with paper towels and repeat with the remaining curds.
  8. Serve immediately for the best taste!

Notes

Serve with marinara or ranch dressing for dipping. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.