Enhanced Recipesculinary collection
Home
CoursesView CuisinesWhat Can I Make?My Kitchen

How To Make Colombian Bunuelos

Login to Save
6.9K views👍 106
Sabroso
Sabroso
74 recipes on Enhanced Recipes
Follow Sabroso to prioritize their recipes in your meal plans, pantry matches, and suggestions

Recipe Information

Recipe Available
Video-Specific Recipe

Colombian Buñuelos

Cultural Context

Originating from the Colombian Caribbean coast, buñuelos are a beloved traditional treat often enjoyed during Christmas and festive occasions. These delightful cheese-filled fritters symbolize celebration and community, bringing families together around the table. While the recipe may vary slightly across regions, their crispy exterior and soft, cheesy interior remain a cherished favorite, now enjoyed beyond Colombia in various Latin American communities.

ColombianCOdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
1 cup cassava flour (aka Tapioca Starch)
½ cup cornstarch
1 cup crumbled Colombian Queso Fresco
1/2 cup crumbled Feta cheese
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 egg
1-2 tablespoons milk
3 cups vegetable oil, for frying

cassava flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour is lower in carbs, while all-purpose flour is more accessible.

cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Ricotta provides a lighter texture, while processed cheese is often less expensive.

1

Making the Dough

2

Forming the Bunuelos

3

Frying the Bunuelos

Cooking Techniques

mixingfrying

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Allergens

dairyegg

Also Known As

BuñuelosBuñuelos Colombianos

More Colombian Buñuelos Videos

(4 videos)

Similar Colombian Videos

(24 videos)

Similar Desserts From Other Cuisines

(24 videos)