Buñuelos Colombianos

Name: Buñuelos Colombianos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Colombian
Ingredients: 12 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed; 1/2 cup potato starch; 2 large eggs; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp black pepper; 2 cups vegetable oil

Golden fried cheese fritters made with fresh mozzarella and potato starch. A beloved Colombian appetizer and street snack served warm and often enjoyed with a sweet drink or fruit.

25 minEasyServes 4480 cal/serving

ColombianAppetizerStovetopVegetarian

Ingredients

12 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
1/2 cup potato starch
2 large eggs
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
2 cups vegetable oil

Instructions

1

In a large bowl, beat 2 large eggs until well combined.
2

Add 1/2 cup potato starch, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper to the eggs and mix until a thick batter forms.
3

Fold 12 oz fresh mozzarella cheese cubed gently into the batter until evenly coated.
4

Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F.
5

Using a spoon or small ice cream scoop, carefully drop batter balls into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding.
6

Fry for 2-3 minutes until golden brown on all sides, turning occasionally with a slotted spoon.
7

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
8

Serve hot while the cheese inside is still warm and creamy.

Questions

Can I make Buñuelos Colombianos dairy-free?

Not cleanly. Here the dairy (12 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed) is the backbone of the dish, and plant-based substitutes change both its texture and its flavor. If you need strictly dairy-free, start from the dairy-free appetizer collection instead.

How long does Buñuelos Colombianos keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Buñuelos Colombianos?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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