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Tequeños with Avocado Crema recipe by Safe Plated

Tequeños with Avocado Crema

Crispy fried cheese sticks, reinvented to be dairy-free and served with a creamy avocado dip. A fun and addictive snack.

25m prep + 10m cook4 servings
Contains wheatDAIRY-freeEGG-free
280 cal|8g protein|25g carbs|18g fat|3g fiber

Ingredients

  • 24 wrappers Wonton wrappers
  • 1 cup Vegan mozzarella shreds
  • 2 cups Vegetable oil
  • 1 medium Avocado
  • 2 tbsp Lime juice
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 2 tbsp Plant-based milk
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/8 tsp Pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Place 1 cup of vegan mozzarella shreds onto the center of each of the 24 wonton wrappers.
  2. 2Fold each wonton wrapper in half to create a triangle, then bring the two bottom corners together and press to seal, forming a small package. You can use a tiny bit of water on the edges if they don't stick.
  3. 3Pour the 2 cups of vegetable oil into a large, heavy-bottomed pot. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
  4. 4Carefully add the wrapped tequeños to the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Fry them for 3-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides.
  5. 5Using a slotted spoon, remove the tequeños from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Let them cool slightly.
  6. 6While the tequeños are cooling, combine the 1 medium avocado, 2 tablespoons of lime juice, 1/4 cup of cilantro, 1 clove of garlic, 2 tablespoons of plant-based milk, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/8 teaspoon of pepper in a blender.
  7. 7Blend the avocado mixture until it is completely smooth and creamy. This is your avocado crema.
  8. 8Serve the warm tequeños immediately with the avocado crema for dipping.

Substitutions

MozzarellaVegan Mozzarella(avoids Dairy)

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