Best Bunuelo Colombian Donuts Recipes

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BUNUELO (COLOMBIAN DONUTS)



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This is a big favorite of my husband who is from Bogotá. I finally got them almost right, I just lack a little in technique. There really is no substitute for the Colombian queso fresco. These are kind of fun to make because they roll around in the hot oil while they cook.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Breads

Time 30m

Yield 12 doughnuts, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 lbs queso fresco
1 cup cornstarch
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
canola oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Heat deep fryer to 325°F.
  • Crumble cheese thoroughly, this is a must. Mix in eggs, one at a time, being sure to thoroughly combine. Add sugar and mix. Add in cornstarch, a little at a time, and thoroughly combine. Are you sensing a pattern?.
  • Mix in just enough milk to form a soft dough.
  • Shape into large balls, smaller than a baseball, but about the size that fits in your palm. Be careful not to compact dough, it takes a light touch.
  • Cook in batches in a deep fryer until dark golden brown. The bunuelo will "roll" over as it cooks numerous times, this is important for even cooking so do not overcrowd fryer. Nudge it if it doesn't roll enough. It will puff as it cooks and little appendages could puff out, don't worry, that is okay.
  • Drain well and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61.1, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 32.4, Sodium 17.8, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.6, Protein 1.4

BUNUELOS



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Make and share this Bunuelos recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jessica K

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 48-60 strips, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
12 (8 inch) flour tortillas
vegetable oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Combine sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg in a large plastic bag, mixing well. Set aside.
  • Cut tortillas into 3x2 inch strips, or just into strips. Fry a few at a time in 1 inch of hot oil (375°F) until crisp and golden, turning once. (Or deep-fry in 375°F oil until golden.)
  • Drain on paper towels. While still warm, place a few at a time in sugar mixture in bag. Shake gently to coat. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.9, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 2.1, Sodium 712.4, Carbohydrate 91.2, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 35.5, Protein 9.3

COLOMBIAN BUNUELOS & NATILLA



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These were made for me last Christmas by a friends mother. She made them so delicately and with such love that I was inspired to make them myself after my visit to her home. They are very addictive, and believe me when I say that you can't just eat one. I actually had about 7 while I was at her house, and my stomach was just about ready to explode by the time I left. It was worth it though because these little things are beyond good. Enjoy!

Provided by MizEmerilLagasse

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 7 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb white cheese (Queso Fresco from Costco works great)
1 1/2 cups cornstarch
2 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 quart milk
1 1/2 cups cornstarch
3/4 lb brown sugar
4 -5 cinnamon sticks or 4 -5 ground cinnamon, to taste

Steps:

  • Buñuelos:.
  • Grind the cheese very finely in food processor.
  • Mix the cheese with the cornstarch, eggs, brown sugar and salt.
  • Roll into balls the size of golf balls and drop into medium-hot vegetable oil and fry slowly.
  • After a few minutes increase temperature and fry until they are golden.
  • Remove and place on absorbent paper.
  • Natilla:.
  • Dissolve the cornstarch in the milk.
  • Add the brown sugar.
  • Cook over low heat, stirring constantly. When the sugar is melted and begins to thicken, add the cinnamon.
  • Continue to cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • After 15-20 minutes, fish out the cinnamon sticks (if used), and pour the Natilla onto a very large serving platter or into a large bowl to cool slightly.
  • Cut the Natilla into chunks and eat with a Buñuelo, taking a bite of the Buñuelo and then the Natilla. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.5, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 80, Sodium 279.9, Carbohydrate 107.8, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 50.7, Protein 6.5

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