Cheese Curds Recipe
House-made cheese curds, battered and fried.
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Ingredients
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Cheese Curds
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the batter
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well until all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
- 2
Add the sparkling water
Slowly pour in the cold sparkling water into the dry ingredients while whisking continuously. This will create a light and fluffy batter. Mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- 3
Heat the oil
In a deep frying pan or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test if the oil is ready by dropping a small amount of batter into the oil; if it bubbles and rises, it's ready.
Frying the Cheese Curds
- 4
Coat the cheese curds
Take the fresh cheese curds and dip them into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated.
- 5
Fry the cheese curds
Carefully drop the battered cheese curds into the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- 6
Drain and serve
Use a slotted spoon to remove the cheese curds from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
