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Buñuelos Colombianos

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Buñuelos Colombianos
About this dish

Deep-fried cheese bread balls, crispy outside and chewy within, a Christmas favorite.

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Ingredients
🧀300g fresh cheese, grated
🌽1 cup cornstarch
🌾1/2 cup masarepa (cornmeal)
🥚2 eggs
Method
Serves 2
1
Mix grated cheese, cornstarch, cornmeal, and eggs into a soft dough.
2
Shape into small balls.
3
Deep fry over medium heat, turning frequently, until puffed and golden throughout.
4
Drain and serve warm.
5
Enjoy alongside natilla for a traditional Christmas pairing.
✓ What Makes it Authentic

Buñuelos colombianos are a traditional Christmas season treat, made from a distinctive cheese-based dough.

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