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Buñuelos Ingredients 2 cups grated queso fresco ½ cup cornstarch 1 ½ tablespoons light brown sugar ½ teaspoon salt 1 egg Vegetable oil for frying Hot Chocolate Ingredients 4 cups milk (skim or 1%) 4-5 ounces Colombian sweet chocolate, chopped (located in the international aisle) ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch nutmeg![bunuelo_2]()
Step 1 Prepare hot chocolate first by heating the milk over medium heat. Then add chocolate chunks and mix until melted.![bunuelo_3]()
Step 2 Turn off heat. Add cinnamon and nutmeg and mix until well-combined. Set aside while working with buñuelos.![bunuelo_4]()
Step 3 Using a food processor or blender, grate queso fresco (an 8 ounce block produces 2 cups of grated cheese).![bunuelo_5]()
Step 4 In a medium bowl, mix cheese, corn starch, salt, sugar and egg until well incorporated.![bunuelo_6]()
Step 5 Heat oil in a medium sauce pan. Shape dough into 1 to 1 ½ inch balls.![bunuelo_7]()
Step 6 Working in batches and using a slotted spoon, drop dough into hot oil. In order to cook thoroughly, use medium heat.![bunuelo_8]()
Step 7 Though will drop to the bottom and slowly rise. Cook for 3-4 minutes, turning frequently.![bunuelo_9]()
Step 8 Drain using paper towels. Makes 18-20 buñuelos.![bunuelo_10]()
Step 9 Pour hot chocolate into a blender. Blend until frothy for about one minute. Reheat if necessary.![bunuelo_11]()
Step 10 Serve warm with a side of meat (ex. chorizo slices).Buñuelos with Colombian Hot Chocolate
Buñuelos are farmer’s cheese fritters traditionally enjoyed during the Christmas season in Colombia.
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