Mexicanvegetarianvia groq
Oaxacan Fried Dough Balls
A crispy, cheesy fried dough ball recipe inspired by Mexican flavors.
⏱25 min🍽4 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●1 package of pizza dough doughhomemade or store-bought
- ●1 cup shredded oaxacan cheesequeso fresco or asadero work well
- ●2 whole bay leavesfor flavoring the oil
- ●vegetable oil for frying friedabout 2-3 inches deep in a pot
- ●1 tablespoon fixall-purpose flour, for dusting
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Instructions
- 1
1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F.
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2. Cut the pizza dough into small balls, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
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3. Dust the dough balls with flour to prevent sticking.
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4. Fry the dough balls in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
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5. Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried dough balls from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
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6. Sprinkle the oaxacan cheese over the fried dough balls.
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7. Serve hot and enjoy!