Fried Manchego Cheese

Name: Fried Manchego Cheese
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1 jalapeno chile, seeded, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped; 12 ounces Manchego cheese, cut into two wedges; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup cold water; 0.25 cup crushed ice; vegetable oil for deep frying, or as needed

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A fabulous Manchego cheese appetizer for a cocktail party, or even a dinner party.

Recipe by Starrynight

Published on June 19, 2020

Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

2 cheese wedges

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Ingredients

1 jalapeno chile, seeded, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
12 ounces Manchego cheese, cut into two wedges
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cold water
¼ cup crushed ice
vegetable oil for deep frying, or as needed

Directions

Combine jalapeno and cilantro together in a bowl. Coat both Manchego cheese wedges with the mixture.
Mix all-purpose flour, water, and crushed ice together in a bowl until there are no lumps in the flour. Dip cheese wedges into the batter.
Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Dip cheese wedges into hot oil and fry until batter is crispy and browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer fried cheese to paper towels layered on a plate to drain excess oil.

Editor's Note:

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

459	Calories
27g	Fat
28g	Carbs
20g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 459
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 27g	35%
Saturated Fat 13g	66%
Cholesterol 61mg	20%
Sodium 1179mg	51%
Total Carbohydrate 28g	10%
Dietary Fiber 1g	4%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 20g
Vitamin C 2mg	9%
Calcium 413mg	32%
Iron 2mg	8%
Potassium 44mg	1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.