Best Deep Fried Cheese Recipes

DEEP FRIED CHEESE CURDS

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the eggs and milk. Mix until smooth. Add more milk for a thinner batter. Coat the cheese curds with the batter.
• Heat the oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Fry the coated cheese curds approximately 1 minute each, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

DEEP FRIED MOZZARELLA CHEESE STICKS

Steps:

• Mix together the eggs and water, set aside.
• combine the Italian bread crumbs, garlic powder, dried oregano and dried parsley.
• salt and pepper to taste.
• in a separate container, mix flour and cornstarch.
• cut mozzarella cheese into any desired shape, rectangle strips are traditional.
• One at a time, dip mozarella slices into the egg mixture, then the breadcrumbs, then the flour.
• fry sticks at 375 F until golden brown and serve with desired dipping sauce.

DEEP-FRIED CHEESE BITES

Steps:

• Place 1/4 cup flour in a large resealable plastic bag. Add cheese curds, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. , In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk beer and remaining flour. Dip cheese curds, a few at a time, into batter and fry for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

DEEP-FRIED BABY ARTICHOKES STUFFED WITH PEPPER JACK CHEESE

Steps:

• Trim and cook artichokes:
• Squeeze juice from 1 lemon half into a large bowl of water, then drop same half into water.
• Cut off artichoke stems and discard. Cut off top 1/2 inch of 1 artichoke with a serrated knife. Bend back outer leaves until they snap off close to base, then discard several more layers of leaves in same manner until you reach pale yellow leaves with pale green tips. Cut off green tips.
• Trim dark green fibrous parts from base and sides of artichoke with a sharp paring knife, then rub cut surfaces with other lemon half. Drop artichoke into acidulated water.
• Trim remaining artichokes in same manner.
• Put 2 quarts water in a 4-quart pot and whisk in flour. Whisk in oil, salt, and remaining tablespoon lemon juice and bring to a simmer.
• Add trimmed artichokes and simmer, partially covered, until just tender when pierced with a knife, 8 to 12 minutes. Drain in a colander, then invert onto paper towels to drain thoroughly. Pat dry.
• When artichokes are cool enough to handle, pull out all pointed inner leaves and scoop out fuzzy choke with melon-ball cutter.
• Stuff and fry artichokes:
• Heat 2 inches oil in a 4-quart heavy pot over moderate heat until thermometer registers 350°F.
• While oil is heating, stuff each artichoke with 2 packed teaspoons cheese, pressing leaves around cheese.
• Put eggs and bread crumbs in separate shallow bowls and divide salt and pepper between them, stirring them in. Dip each artichoke in egg, turning to coat and letting excess drip off, then in crumbs, turning to coat. Transfer to a tray.
• Fry artichokes in 2 batches (returning oil to 350°F between batches) until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Transfer artichokes as fried to paper towels to drain, then cut in half.

DEEP-FRIED CHICKEN WITH CHEDDAR CHEESE GRITS

Steps:

• For the chicken: Fill a large heavy-bottomed high-sided skillet with enough oil to come 1/3 of the way up the sides. Place over medium heat.
• Set up a breading station by whisking together the eggs, buttermilk and hot sauce in 1 pie plate or baking dish, and stirring together the fish fry mix and Cajun seasoning in another. Dip each chicken breast in the egg mixture, and then press into the fish fry mixture, making sure it gets completely coated. Set aside while the oil is heating.
• When the oil reaches about 365 degrees F, carefully place the chicken into the oil. Fry in 2 batches so that the pot does not get overcrowded. Fry until just cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from the oil and drain on a tray lined with paper towels.
• For the grits: In medium pot, heat the milk to a simmer over medium heat. Whisk in the butter. Whisk in the grits and continue to whisk until thickened. Mix in 1/2 cup cheese and continue to stir until the cheese is melted and incorporated. Remove from the heat, sprinkle each serving with 1 tablespoon of the remaining cheese and serve along with the fried chicken.

DEEP-FRIED MAC & CHEESE SHELLS

Steps:

• Cook pastas separately according to package directions for al dente; drain. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add Velveeta, cheddar cheese, cream and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Cook and stir over low heat until blended. Remove from heat., In another large saucepan, combine small pasta shells and half of the cheese mixture; set aside. For dipping sauce, stir 1 cup milk into remaining cheese mixture; keep warm., In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs with remaining milk. In another shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs with remaining Parmesan cheese. Place flour in a third shallow bowl. Fill each large shell with scant 1/4 cup pasta mixture. Dip in flour to coat all sides; shake off excess. Dip in egg mixture, then in bread crumb mixture, patting to help coating adhere., In an electric skillet or a deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry shells, a few at a time, 1-2 minutes on each side or until dark golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve with dipping sauce.

DEEP-FRIED CHEESE SQUARES

Steps:

• In a heavy 3 to 4-quart saucepan melt the butter over moderate heat. When the foam begins to subside, stir in 3/4 cup of the flour and mix well. Add the milk in a stream whisking constantly. Cook over high heat until the sauce comes to a boil and thickens. Simmer for another 10 minutes on low heat, whisking often.
• Take the pan off the heat and beat in the egg yolks, one at a time, using a wooden spoon. Season with the salt and pepper. Add the grated cheese and mix well. Pour into a greased baking dish (8 by 6-inches) and spread into a 1/2-inch thick layer. Use a spatula to smooth the top. Allow to cool to room temperature, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 8 hours, or overnight, until firm.
• Using a pastry wheel or a sharp knife, cut the mixture into 2-inch squares and transfer them to a sheet of waxed paper. Dredge each square into the remaining flour and coat completely. Shake off excess flour and dip into the egg wash, followed by the bread crumbs. Pat the square gently with a spatula to help the crumbs adhere. Repeat with all the squares and place them on a baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, until the coating is firm.
• In a deep fryer or heavy saucepan, heat 2 to 3-inches of oil until it reaches 375 degrees. Preheat the oven to its lowest temperature. Line a baking dish with paper towels and set in the middle of the oven.
• Deep-fry the squares 3 or 4 at a time, turning them with a slotted spoon for about 5 minutes, until golden brown on both sides. As they brown, transfer them to a baking dish in the oven to keep them warm while you deep-fry the rest. Serve at once as a first course or an accompaniment to the drinks.

DEEP FRIED CHEESE AND BROCCOLI BUTTERMILK BITES

Steps:

• Mix together in a lg. pan the water and 1/2 tsp salt.
• Bring to a boil over med. high heat.
• Add broccoli - return to a boil and cook for 3 minutes.
• Drani and rinse broccoli in cold water.
• Mix 1/4 C flour - 2 tbs cheese and onion powder in a plastic bag, Seal and shake to mix.
• Mix buttermilk,baking powder,1/2 C flour, 2 tbs cheese and 1/4 tsp salt.
• Stir until smooth.
• Heat 2 to 3 inches oil to 375.
• Dip a few pieces of broccoli in batter.
• Fry until golden brown.

DEEP-FRIED BACON, CHICKEN AND CHEESE BALLS

Steps:

• Dice chicken and bacon ,mix together in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper.
• Add Parsley ,Cheese ,Mayonaise and flour and mix well.
• Press mixture into approx 1 inch round balls.
• Roll the balls in bread crumbs until balls become firm enough to deep fry.
• Put in fridge for an hour or two then deep fry 180c until golden brown (Approx 10min).
• Serve with fresh salad or cherry tomatoes.

PAULA DEEN'S - DEEP FRIED MAC AND CHEESE

Steps:

• Heat 2 inches of oil in a large, heavy Dutch oven to 350 degrees F.
• Dredge each Cheesy Mac square in flour, then egg, and then bread crumbs to coat. Fry for about 1 minute on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels before serving.
• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
• Once you have the macaroni cooked and drained, place in a large bowl and while still hot, add the Cheddar. In a separate bowl, combine the remaining ingredients and add to the macaroni mixture. Pour macaroni mixture into a casserole dish and bake for 30 to 45 minutes. Top with additional cheese, if desired.

DEEP FRIED CHEESE CURDS

Steps:

• Mix milk, flour, baking powder, and salt.
• Coat the cheese curds.
• Deep fry in the oil until golden, taking care to only fry a few at a time.

DEEP FRIED CHEESE BALLS

Steps:

• In a medium bowl mix together cheese, shrimp, cilantro, chilies and chili powder. Form into 3/4-inch balls. Set aside.
• Heat oil in a heavy saucepan or deep fryer to 350-degrees F.
• Combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder and salt in a pie pan or shallow dish.
• Make a well in center of flour mixture and add water and 2 tablespoons oil, whisk to combine.
• In another pie pan pour in breadcrumbs.
• Dip cheese balls in batter, roll in breadcrumbs and then deep fry in batches.
• Drain on paper towels.

DELICES DE FROMAGE (DEEP FRIED CHEESE SQUARES)

Steps:

• Directions.
• In a heavy 3 to 4-quart saucepan melt the butter over moderate heat. When the foam begins to subside, stir in 3/4 cup of the flour and mix well. Add the milk in a stream whisking constantly. Cook over high heat until the sauce comes to a boil and thickens. Simmer for another 10 minutes on low heat, whisking often.
• Take the pan off the heat and beat in the egg yolks, one at a time, using a wooden spoon. Season with the salt and pepper. Add the grated cheese and mix well. Pour into a greased baking dish (8 by 6-inches) and spread into a 1/2-inch thick layer. Use a spatula to smooth the top. Allow to cool to room temperature, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 8 hours, or overnight, until firm.
• Using a pastry wheel or a sharp knife, cut the mixture into 2-inch squares and transfer them to a sheet of waxed paper. Dredge each square into the remaining flour and coat completely. Shake off excess flour and dip into the egg wash, followed by the bread crumbs. Pat the square gently with a spatula to help the crumbs adhere. Repeat with all the squares and place them on a baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, until the coating is firm.
• In a deep fryer or heavy saucepan, heat 2 to 3-inches of oil until it reaches 375 degrees. Preheat the oven to its lowest temperature. Line a baking dish with paper towels and set in the middle of the oven.
• Deep-fry the squares 3 or 4 at a time, turning them with a slotted spoon for about 5 minutes, until golden brown on both sides. As they brown, transfer them to a baking dish in the oven to keep them warm while you deep-fry the rest. Serve at once as a first course or an accompaniment to the drinks.

DEEP-FRIED CHEESE 'N PEPPERONI BALLS

Steps:

• Prepare roll mix by package directions, omitting egg and using 1 cup water (no need for dough to rise). Place 1 cheese cube on 1 pepperoni slice. Shape pieces of dough carefully around cheese and pepperoni, forming balls. Fry in deep hot oil 5 minutes or till brown, turning once.

DEEP FRIED CHEESE RAVIOLI WITH CRAWFISH CREAM SAUC

Steps:

• 1. Set deep fryer to 350 degrees
• 2. Mix 3 Tbsp. of Parmesan cheese in with breadcrumbs for coating. Dip raviolis in egg wash & then in breadcrumb mixture. Fry until they float to the top & brown.
• 3. For sauce, melt butter & saute' onion, bell pepper, & garlic. Add crawfish with fat & let cook until they begin to let off liquids. Add cream & Parmesan to your liking & cook on medium til thickened.

HERB/CHEESE STUFFED DEEP FRIED SHROOMS

Steps:

• 1. Combine the cream cheese with the salt, garlic powder, thyme, & rosemary. Let sit for 10 minutes to let flavors meld.
• 2. Fill the caps with the cream cheese mixture. Place flour on a plate and add the salt and cayenne pepper. Mix well. Place the milk in a bowl. Dip each of the mushroom caps in milk then roll in the flour mixture.
• 3. Set the mushrooms on a plate and place in freezer for 3 hours. This keeps the coating on and the cheese from melting out of the mushrooms when cooking
• 4. Meanwhile make the dipping sauce by mixing all ingredients together. Cover and place in fridge.
• 5. Heat the oil to 350 degrees. Deep fry the mushrooms 4 at a time for about 8 minutes until browned well. Let sit on rack to drain and let the insides cool down abit.
• 6. Once all the mushrooms are cooked. Serve with dipping sauce and be careful they can be pretty hot inside.

DEEP FRIED CHEESE AND BROCCOLI BUTTERMILK BITES

Steps:

• Mix together in a lg. pan the water and 1/2 tsp salt.
• Bring to a boil over med. high heat.
• Add broccoli - return to a boil and cook for 3 minutes.
• Drani and rinse broccoli in cold water.
• Mix 1/4 C flour - 2 tbs cheese and onion powder in a plastic bag, Seal and shake to mix.
• Mix buttermilk,baking powder,1/2 C flour, 2 tbs cheese and 1/4 tsp salt.
• Stir until smooth.
• Heat 2 to 3 inches oil to 375.
• Dip a few pieces of broccoli in batter.
• Fry until golden brown.

DEEP-FRIED CHEESE CURDS RECIPE - (4.2/5)

Steps:

• * Use enough vegetable oil to completely cover cheese curds while frying. In a deep fryer or large pot, heat vegetable oil (375 degrees to 385 degrees F). In a medium bowl, combine egg, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, and milk or beer until well blended. Add flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder; mix until smooth. Drop cheese curds in batter. Using a spoon, turn cheese curds to coat thoroughly. A few at a time, drop the coated curds into the hot oil; fry approximately 1 minute or until brown and puffed, turning to coat all sides (do not overcook, or the cheese curds will begin to melt and ooze through the coating. Remove from hot oil and drain on paper towels. Allow fried cheese curds to cool a couple of minutes before eating.

DEEP-FRIED BACON, CHICKEN AND CHEESE BALLS

Steps:

• Dice chicken and bacon ,mix together in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper.
• Add Parsley ,Cheese ,Mayonaise and flour and mix well.
• Press mixture into approx 1 inch round balls.
• Roll the balls in bread crumbs until balls become firm enough to deep fry.
• Put in fridge for an hour or two then deep fry 180c until golden brown (Approx 10min).
• Serve with fresh salad or cherry tomatoes.

DEEP FRIED CHEESE CAKE SQUARES

Steps:

• 1. Cut cheese cake into little squares about 2 inches or a good size to fit in the spring roll,wrap qand cut the spring in half,put the cheese cake in side the spring roll, then wrap,on each end use egg white mixture then wrap with plastic wrap up cheese cake so its inside the spring roll, wrap it good.frozen them overnight.I don't use egg and milk!!!!
• 2. Then with deep fryer or a pot of oil,get oil hot,drop one of the wraps in oil,cook til golden brown,put on paper towel or brown bag . then put on plate and pour your flavored sauce on top,I have used Blueberry and raspberry sauce.
• 3. Eat and enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!
• 4. I made these this week and I used flavor cheesecake chocolate chip,red velvet, and it was great ,the kids loved them !!! they were eating them with no sauce 5/2/2013