Pumpkin Cheese Bites
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Pumpkin Cheese Bites
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Lunch
South Korea
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the most delicious deep fried pumpkin cheese bites! This incredible recipe is perfect for those who love the combination of savory and sweet flavors. Imagine sinking your teeth into a crispy golden crust, only to be met with a creamy, gooey center of melted cheese and pumpkin. It's a match made in culinary heaven!
Fun facts about the popularity of the mozzarella cheese in Korean street food: In Korean styled spicy dishes, it is common to add generous amounts of cheese to help mellow out the heat. It wouldn't make sense for the flavor of the cheese to clash with the spices. Therefor shredded mozzarella (commonly used as pizza cheese) become a popular choice as a topping because of its neutral taste.ย
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What do we need for making pumpkin cheese bites?
To make these delectable bites of goodness, you'll need a few simple ingredients. Start by slicing a pumpkin into thin rounds, ensuring that they are all of equal thickness. Then, take your favorite type of cheddar slice- and fold it into small cubes. The key here is to choose a cheese that will melt beautifully when fried.
Ingredients
- 200g pumpkin
- 150 glutinous rice flour
- 10g sugar
- a packet of cheddar cheese
- vegetable oil
- dipping sauce
Directions
Step 1
Start by slicing a pumpkin into thin rounds, ensuring that they are all of equal thickness. Once you have your pumpkin slices, steam the pumpkin slices until it gets soft.
Step 2
Crush the pumpkin and combine it with flour. Thoroughly mix the two ingredients together and shape the resulting mixture into a dough.
Step 3
Let the dough rest for 20 minutes.
Step 4
Take a pumpkin wrap and place a cube of cheese in the center. Press the edges together firmly to seal in the cheese. Repeat this process with the remaining pumpkin wrap and cheese cubes until you have a plate full of these bite-sized delights.
Step 5
Before cooking, heat the frying pan and gently warm the oil until it starts to bubble. To prevent them from burning, fry the pumpkin cheese bites at a mid temperature. Fry them until they turn a beautiful golden brown color, flipping them halfway through to ensure even cooking.
Step 6
Once your deep fried pumpkin cheese bites are perfectly crispy and golden, remove them from the pan and let them drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Allow them to cool slightly before digging in, as the melted cheese inside can be quite hot. Grab your favorite dipping sauce - whether it's marinara, ranch, or even something spicy like sriracha - and get ready for an explosion of flavors in every bite.
Pro Tips
Hot oil.ย Maintain a temperature of approximately 350ยฐF for the oil to ensure optimal results. It is important to adjust the heat accordingly in order to maintain a stable temperature. If the oil is too cool, the cheese balls will soak up excess oil, while if the temperature is too high, they will brown quickly on the outside but remain undercooked in the center.
Dipping sauce Feel free to get imaginative with your selections! It is suggested to use a sauce that can harmonize the indulgent and creamy taste.
- Raspberry jam
- Ranch
- Pepper jelly sauce
- Hot sauce
- Chimichurri
- BBQ sauce
- Balsamic glaze
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Spicy mayo
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Top Questions
Can I make fried pumpkin cheese Bites in the Air Fryer?
Yes! You can make this fried pumpkin cheese bites recipe in the air fryer. Cook at 400 degrees F and spray generously with cooking oil. Cook for about 2 min on each side. Enjoy!
What cheese could I use?
You have the option to choose from various brands of cheddar cheese, whether it's in the form of cheese slices, shredded cheese, or even string cheese sticks. To prepare the string cheese sticks, simply place them on a cutting board and cut them into bite-sized pieces. Each stick can yield around three or four bites.
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