EASY BRAZILIAN CHEESE PUFFS

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There are a number of other Brazilian Cheese Puff Recipes out there but most of them use a starch and Parmesan cheese. This is a great variation that is a bit easier to make than the traditional puffs.

Provided by Nyteglori

Categories     Cheese

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large egg whites
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2-1 cup swiss cheese, grated
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
oil (for frying)
1/2 cup parsley, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Beat egg whites and salt until stiff.
  • Add enough cheese to allow mixture to be handled as dough. Roll into balls the size of a walnut. Coat with bread crumbs.
  • Fry in hot oil, drain on paper towels.
  • Sprinkle with parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.9, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 12.4, Sodium 447, Carbohydrate 11, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.2, Protein 7.5

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