Hispanic Heritage – Colombian Buñuelos

Yum! It’s National Dessert Day! A beautiful day to enjoy something sweet, savory and delicious. How about celebrating with a touch of Columbian heritage as we close out Hispanic Heritage month? Try these Buñuelos using a recipe shared by Peoples Gas utility technician Marcus Dosal and his wife Stephanie. Stephanie is from Medellin, Colombia, and loves to make these around the holidays. They also pair great with morning coffee or hot chocolate.

COLOMBIAN BUÑUELOS 

INGREDIENTS 

-Vegetable oil for frying 

-3/4 cup cornstarch 

-1/4 cup yucca flour 

-1/2 cup grated cheese (queso fresco) 

-1 cup grated feta cheese 

-2 whole eggs 

-2 tablespoons sugar 

-1/4 teaspoon baking powder 

-salt to taste 

-1 tablespoon whole milk 

DIRECTIONS: 

1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl minus the oil until you get a dough texture. 
2. Form small balls for cooking 
3. Heat vegetable oil to 300 degrees in a large pot. 
4. Slowly and carefully drop the balls into the oil 
5. Cover the pot for 3 to 4 minutes 
6. Turn the heat up and fry until golden brown 
7. Remove and lay in a plate lined with paper towels