Cheese Fritters
Description:
Indulge in the cheesy delight of these Cheese Fritters, straight from the Foodcourt column, Weekend on ‘Snack-time specials’. These fritters are the perfect appetizer for cheese lovers, offering a crispy exterior with a gooey, melted cheese center that’s sure to tantalize your taste buds!
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks 🍽️
Keywords: Cheese, Potluck, < 60 Mins, Deep Fried, Stove Top 🧀🍲⏲️
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 583.6
- Fat Content: 37.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 22.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 158.4mg
- Sodium Content: 474.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 44g
- Fiber Content: 1.8g
- Sugar Content: 1.8g
- Protein Content: 19g
Servings: 4
Cooking Times:
| Preparation | Cook | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 25 minutes | 35 minutes | 1 hour |
Ingredients:
- 150g mozzarella cheese
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 tablespoon margarine
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2-3 green chilies, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- Salt, to taste
- Oil, for deep frying
Instructions:
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Warm the Milk: In a skillet, warm the milk over low heat until it’s just slightly warm to the touch.
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Mix Flour: Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the warm milk, stirring continuously to avoid any lumps from forming.
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Add Butter: Incorporate the butter (or margarine) into the mixture, stirring constantly until it’s well combined and smooth.
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Combine Ingredients: Remove the skillet from the heat and add in the mozzarella cheese, chopped green chilies, beaten egg, chopped mint leaves, red chili powder, and salt. Mix everything together thoroughly until evenly distributed.
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Allow to Cool: Let the mixture cool down to room temperature to make it easier to handle.
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Shape Fritters: Once cooled, divide the mixture into small marble-sized balls. Roll each portion between your palms to shape them evenly.
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Heat Oil: In a wok or deep frying pan, heat oil over medium-high heat until it reaches frying temperature (about 350°F or 180°C).
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Fry Fritters: Carefully place the prepared cheese balls into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry them in batches if necessary, to maintain the oil temperature.
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Cook Until Golden: Fry the cheese fritters until they turn golden brown and crispy on the outside, and the cheese inside is melted and gooey.
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Drain Excess Oil: Once cooked, remove the fritters from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain off any excess oil.
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Serve: Arrange the cheese fritters on a serving platter and insert toothpicks into each fritter for easy serving. These fritters pair perfectly with Heinz Tomato Ketchup or your favorite chutney for dipping.
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Enjoy! Serve these delicious Cheese Fritters hot and enjoy the cheesy goodness with every bite. Perfect for potlucks, parties, or simply as a satisfying snack any time of the day! 🧀🍽️
