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The Perfect FRIED CHEESE CURD w/ BEER BATTER

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Fried Cheese Curds

Cultural Context

Fried cheese curds are a beloved snack in the United States, particularly in Wisconsin, where they are often served at fairs and festivals. This dish showcases the unique texture of fresh cheese curds, which are battered and fried until crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside. While traditionally enjoyed plain, they can be paired with a variety of dipping sauces, making them a versatile treat that has gained popularity beyond their regional roots.

AmericanUSappetizer
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup ice cream
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion salt
1 cup flour
1/2 tablespoon seasoning salt
1 beer
cheese curds

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt adds tanginess with fewer calories.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: canola oil

💰Cheaper: peanut oil

Canola oil is a healthier option with a high smoke point.

1

Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a pan.

2

Add 2 tablespoons of flour to the melted butter and mix together.

3

In a bowl, combine 1 cup of ice cream, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of onion salt.

4

In another bowl, mix 1 cup of flour with 1/2 tablespoon of seasoning salt.

5

Pour in 1 beer and mix until smooth to create the beer batter.

6

Prepare the cheese curds by coating them in plain white flour, shaking off the excess flour.

7

Dip the floured cheese curds into the beer batter until well coated.

8

Heat oil in a deep pan until hot for frying.

9

Carefully add the battered cheese curds into the hot oil, frying until they become crispy.

10

Remove the fried cheese curds from the oil and drain on paper towels.

Cooking Techniques

fryingmixingdipping

Equipment Needed

pan

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Allergens

dairyegggluten

Also Known As

cheese curdsfried cheeseWisconsin cheese curds

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