Bolitas de Queso

Crispy cheese balls — a Caribbean appetizer that's impossible to eat just one of. Golden crust on the outside, stretchy melted cheese on the inside — perfect for a festive table or casual gatherings with friends.

Ingredients

• 454 g Cheddar
• 454 g Feta
• 1 pcs Eggs
• 5 tbsp Cornstarch

Instructions

1. Grate the cheddar on a fine grater. Crumble the feta or grate it as well. Mix both cheeses together in a large bowl.
2. Add the beaten egg and cornstarch to the cheese mixture. Stir thoroughly until you have a uniform mass that holds its shape well.
3. Form the mixture into small balls about the size of a walnut. The finished balls can be frozen and stored indefinitely — fry them straight from the freezer as needed.
4. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or deep skillet to 180°C (350°F). Add the balls in small batches and fry until golden brown, about 3–4 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to remove excess oil.
5. Serve immediately while hot — skewered on wooden picks or toothpicks.