fried chile cheese

Cullowhee, NC
Updated on Aug 22, 2013

Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm!

Rate
prep time 15 Min
cook time
method Saute
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 - 12 oz - queso fresco cheese
  • 1 medium jalapeno pepper, rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
  • 1/4 cup olive oil, light + more for dipping

How To Make fried chile cheese

  • Step 1
    Cut cheese round into 8 equal wedges; then cut each wedge lengthwise to, but not through, outer edge.
  • Step 2
    Cut jalapeno in 1/2 & remove seeds; finely chop.
  • Step 3
    Stuff each cheese wedge with 1/2 tsp jalapeno; then press wedge halves together to close.
  • Step 4
    Preheat large saute pan on medium high heat. In a small bowl, combine flour & adobo; mix well. Coat cheese wedges with flour mixture; shaking off excess.
  • Step 5
    Add oil to pan. Add wedges; cook 15 - 30 seconds each side or until rich golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve with additional oil for dipping.

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