Fiery Tacu Cheese Fritters
A spicy twist on traditional Peruvian tacu tacu, these crispy fritters are filled with melted cheese and served with a tangy side of salsa.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 cups Taco shells
- ●1 cup, shredded Mozzarella cheese
- ●1, diced Fiery pepper
- ●1/2 cup, finely chopped Onion
- ●3 cloves, minced Garlic
- ●1 Egg
- ●1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
- ●1/4 cup Peruvian aji amarillo sauce
- ●2 cups, for frying Vegetable oil
Instructions
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1. Preheat the oil in a large skillet to 350°F (175°C).
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2. In a large bowl, crush the taco shells into fine crumbs.
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3. In a separate bowl, mix the cheese, diced pepper, onion, garlic, and egg.
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4. Add the cheese mixture to the taco shell crumbs and stir until well combined.
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5. Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a ball.
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6. Flatten each ball slightly into a disk shape.
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7. Dip each disk into the breadcrumbs, coating both sides evenly.
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8. Fry the fritters in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
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9. Drain the fritters on paper towels and serve hot with a side of aji amarillo sauce.