Crispy Fried Cheese Curds

Name: Crispy Fried Cheese Curds
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 lb cheese curds; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 2 eggs; 2 tbsp water; 1 1/2 cup panko or breadcrumbs; Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)

Crispy Fried Cheese Curds

Golden, squeaky cheese curds turned crunchy bites — snackable, cheesy, and basically irresistible.

Prep 10 minCook 10 minTotal 20 min450 calCuisine: American

SNACKAPPETIZERCRISPYLUNCHQUICKDINNER

Ingredients

1 lb cheese curds
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
0.5 tsp salt
0.25 tsp black pepper
2 eggs
2 tbsp water
1.5 cup panko or breadcrumbs
Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)

Steps

Heat about 2 inches of oil in a heavy pot or skillet to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, mix flour with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
In another bowl whisk eggs with water.
Place panko or breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
Toss cheese curds in the seasoned flour, then dip in the egg mixture, then coat with panko.
Carefully fry curds in batches 1–2 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
Drain on paper towels and serve hot.