COLOMBIAN CHEESE STICKS | How To Make Venezuelan Tequeños | SyS

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free alternative.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories.

Mix cornstarch, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.

In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and melted butter until smooth.

Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.

Fold in shredded cheese until evenly distributed.

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Scoop spoonfuls of the mixture and carefully drop them into the hot oil.

Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally.

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Serve warm, optionally with a side of guava paste.

Cooking Techniques

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