Fried Chihuahua Cheese Recipe
Fried Chihuahua cheese is a popular Mexican dish made from Chihuahua cheese, which is a semi-soft cheese known for its mild flavor and excellent melting properties, typically served as a crispy appetizer. The cheese is sliced and deep-fried to give it a crispy exterior while maintaining a gooey interior, often accompanied by salsa verde for added flavor. Here's how to make it at home.
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Ingredients
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Fried Chihuahua Cheese Ingredients
Method
Preparation Directions
Prepare the Cheese
Cut the Chihuahua cheese into rectangles or triangles, about 1/2 inch thick.
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until hot.
Fry the Cheese
Carefully place the cheese pieces in the hot oil, frying them for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Warm the Tortillas
In a separate skillet, lightly warm the corn tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
Serve
Place the fried cheese on the warmed tortillas, season with salt, and serve with salsa verde on the side.