Deliciously crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, these cheese curds are the perfect game day snack.
Author:info-nailzspagmail-com
Prep Time:30 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:60 minutes
Yield:4-6 servings 1x
Category:Snack
Method:Frying
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
12 ounces Cheese Curds (cold)
1 cup All-Purpose Flour (divided)
2 tablespoons Cornstarch
1 large Egg
3/4 cup Milk or Beer (a light lager works well)
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1/2 teaspoon Paprika
1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
4 cups Vegetable Oil (for frying)
1/2 cup Mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Ketchup
1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
Instructions
Freeze the Cheese Curds: Place the cheese curds on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the Breading Stations: Set up three shallow dishes. In the first, place 1/2 cup of flour. In the second, beat the egg. In a third bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/2 cup flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne. Gradually whisk in the milk or beer until a smooth batter forms.
Heat the Oil: In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat 2-3 inches of vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).
Bread the Curds: Working in batches, toss the frozen curds in the flour, then dip into the egg, and finally coat them completely in the batter.
Fry the Curds: Carefully add the battered curds to the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Drain and season: Remove the curds with a slotted spoon, let them drain, and immediately season with salt.
Notes
These curds are best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.