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Colombian Bunuelos
Colombian cheese fritters made from fresh cheese, corn starch, cassava starch, egg, and milk, fried into round golden bites.
Medium⏱️ 38 min📖 1 min readServes 8~230 kcal🇨🇴 Colombian🌍 Full translation
20 min prep 18 min cook
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Timeline
Total 38 min- Prep20 min
- Cooking18 min
Ingredients
8 servings
Quick:
For frying
- 3 cup(~600 ml) Vegetable oil
- 300 g Fresh white cheese
- 1.5 cup(~300 ml) Cornstarch
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Cassava starch
- 1 Egg
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Baking powder
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Granulated sugar
- 0.3 tsp(~1.5 ml) Salt
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Milk
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Instructions
- 1
Crumble the cheese and mix it with cornstarch, cassava starch, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- 2
Add the egg and milk to make a dough that does not stick to your hands.
- 3
Roll walnut sized balls from the dough, leaving no cracks.
- 4
Heat the oil to 150°C and fry the balls slowly over low heat for 12 minutes.
12 min12:00 - 5
Slightly increase the heat during the last 4 minutes to turn the outside golden.
4 min04:00 - 6
Transfer to paper towels and rest for 3 minutes.
3 min03:00
💡 Tip: If the oil is too hot, the bunuelos crack on the outside and stay doughy inside; they should puff slowly over low heat.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve Colombian bunuelos as a breakfast snack with hot chocolate or coffee.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Calcium
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~230
kcal calories
8
g protein
24
g carbs
11
g fat
Protein 14%Carbs 42%Fat 44%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Milk
- Egg
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Colombian Bunuelos make?
This recipe serves 8.How long does Colombian Bunuelos take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 18 minutes; 38 minutes in total.Is Colombian Bunuelos difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Colombian Bunuelos have?
Approximately 230 kcal per serving. Protein: 8g, carbs: 24g, fat: 11g.Which allergens does Colombian Bunuelos contain?
This recipe contains Milk, Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Colombian Bunuelos belong to?
This recipe belongs to Colombian cuisine.How many ingredients does Colombian Bunuelos need?
This recipe needs 9 ingredients.
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