Buñuelos (Colombian Fritters)

Ingredients

• 1 cup Queso Costeño or feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.5 cup Tapioca starch
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 2 cups Oil

Instructions

1. 1In a bowl, combine the crumbled cheese, tapioca starch, cornstarch, baking powder, and sugar.
2. 2In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and milk together.
3. 3Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
4. 4Heat oil in a large pot or deep fryer over medium heat.
5. 5Shape the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
6. 6Fry the buñuelos until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Ensure they float to the top and are evenly browned.
7. 7Remove the buñuelos and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm.

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