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Tequeños – Venezuelan Cheese Sticks
20-25 tequeños
60-80 min Prep Time
7 min Cook Time
1 tequeño Servings
106 Calories
8.6g Carbohydrates
5.6g Total Fat
5g
Ingredients
- 1 pound queso blanco or queso de frier
- 2 tablespoons butter, room temperature
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 4-5 tablespoons cold water
- Corn oil, for frying
Instructions
- Cut cheese into strips about ¾ inch wide and 2 ¾ inches long.
- On a flat surface, form flour into a circle with a hole in the center.
- Add egg and butter to the center. Mix salt, sugar and cold water in a bowl, then gradually incorporate into the flour.
- Knead until a smooth dough forms, shape into a ball, wrap in plastic and let rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Lightly flour a clean surface and roll the dough into a square about ⅛ inch thick.
- Cut the dough into long, uniform strips. Wrap each piece of cheese completely in a strip, sealing edges to prevent leaks.
- Heat 1 inch of oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat, then lower to medium. Fry tequeños until golden brown and crispy.
- Alternatively, air fry at 400°F for 7-8 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with guasacaca sauce, a tangy Venezuelan avocado dip.
NUTRITION FACTS
PER SERVING
Calories: 106
Protein: 5g
Carbohydrate: 8.6g
Fiber: 0.3g
Total Fat: 5.6g
Saturated Fat: 3.1g
Cholesterol: 23mg
Calcium: 128mg
Sodium: 180mg
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