Learn how to make the ultimate real Wisconsin fried cheese curds from scratch. This classic Wisconsin dish features bite-sized pieces of cheese coated in a crispy batter and fried to perfection. Serve them as an appetizer or snack, and enjoy the gooey, cheesy goodness!
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cheese curds
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup buttermilk
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Directions
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, paprika, and garlic powder.
- In a separate bowl, pour the buttermilk.
- Dip each cheese curd in the buttermilk, then coat it in the flour mixture. Repeat this process for all the cheese curds.
- Place the coated cheese curds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze them for 15 minutes. This will help the batter adhere better during frying.
- Meanwhile, heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F (190°C).
- Carefully drop a few frozen cheese curds into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the fryer. Fry for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Using a slotted spoon or tongs, remove the fried cheese curds from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Repeat the frying process with the remaining cheese curds.
- Serve the real Wisconsin fried cheese curds hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
