Surullitos De Maiz Recipe
Ingredients
| Water | 2 Cup (32 tbs) | |
| Salt | 1 1⁄4 Teaspoon | |
| Cornmeal | 1 1⁄2 Cup (24 tbs) | |
| Grated edam cheese | 1 Cup (16 tbs), packed |
Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Calories 211 Calories from Fat 57
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7 g10.4%
Saturated Fat 3.5 g17.6%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 16.6 mg5.5%
Sodium 597.1 mg24.9%
Total Carbohydrates 31 g10.3%
Dietary Fiber 2.9 g11.7%
Sugars 0.3 g
Protein 8 g15.8%
Vitamin A 3.3% Vitamin C
Calcium 13.6% Iron 8.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Directions
Add cornmeal and mix thoroughly.
Cook over moderate heat for about 5 minutes, or until mixture separates from bottom and sides of pan.
Remove from heat.
Add grated cheese and mix well.
Take mixture by teaspoonfuls and shape into balls.
In the palms of the hands roll balls to 1/2 inch thickness, in the shape of small cigars.
Fry in deep hot fat (370°F.on a frying thermometer) for 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown.
Drain on absorbent paper.
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