Are you looking for the authentic recipe for tequeños stuffed with Andean cheese? In Mosaico Frozen, experts in Venezuelan gastronomy, we bring you the definitive guide to prepare this delicious appetizer that will conquer your palate.
Keep reading to discover how to make perfect tequeños from the comfort of your home.
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You have little time? Here's everything you need to know to prepare tequeños stuffed with Andean cheese:
- What are they?: Venezuelan cheese appetizer wrapped in wheat dough and fried.
- Key Ingredients: Flour, butter, Andean cheese Mosaico Frozen.
- Preparation: Mix dough, wrap cheese, refrigerate, fry until golden brown.
- Tips: Keep dough cold, seal edges, fry a few at a time.
- Conservation: Freeze without frying, cook straight from the freezer.
This summary provides the essential points for preparing tequeños stuffed with Andean cheese. Would you like to delve deeper into the recipe and techniques? Continue reading the full article.
What are tequeños stuffed with Andean cheese?
Tequeños are an iconic Venezuelan appetizer, consisting of cheese sticks wrapped in a wheat flour dough and fried until crispy golden. Our special version uses the authentic andean cheese, known for its intense flavor and firm texture, ideal for a filling that does not completely melt during frying.
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Ingredients for tequeños stuffed with Andean cheese (20 units)
For the mass:
- 250 g (8.8 oz) all-purpose wheat flour
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt
- 60 g (2.1 oz) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 large egg
- 60 ml (2 fl oz) cold water
For the filling:
- 200 g (7 oz) Andean cheese Mosaico Frozen
To fry:
- 500 ml (17 fl oz) vegetable oil
Tequeños Stuffed with Andean Cheese
The Perfect Recipe Mosaico Frozen
Ingredients (20 units)
- 250g (8.8 oz) wheat flour
- 60g (2.1 oz) butter
- 1 large egg
- 60ml (2 fl oz) cold water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 200g (7 oz) Andean cheese Mosaico Frozen
- 500ml (17 fl oz) frying oil
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Mix flour and salt. Add butter, egg and water. Knead and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Cut the Andean cheese into 8 cm x 1 cm (3.1 x 0.4 inch) sticks.
Spread the dough, cut strips and roll the cheese, sealing the edges well.
Fry in oil at 180°C (350°F) for 2-3 minutes until golden.
Tips from our Chef Luis Cubillán
- Keep the dough cold to prevent the cheese from melting.
- Fry a few tequeños at a time
- Seal the edges well so that the cheese does not escape
Step by step: Preparation of tequeños stuffed with Andean cheese
- Preparation of the dough:
- In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt.
- Add the butter and rub it into the flour until you get a sandy texture.
- Add the egg and cold water. Knead until you obtain a soft and homogeneous dough.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preparation of the filling:
- Cut the Andean cheese Mosaico Frozen into canes approximately 8 cm (3.1 in) long and 1 cm (0.4 in) wide.
- Arming of the Tequeños:
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to a thickness of 3 mm (0.12 inches).
- Cut strips 1.5 cm (0.6 in) wide and 20 cm (7.9 in) long.
- Place a cheese stick on one end of the strip and roll it diagonally, making sure to seal the edges tightly.
- Frying:
- Heat the oil in a deep frying pan to 180°C (350°F).
- Fry the tequeños in small batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Drain on absorbent paper.
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Chef's tips for perfect tequeños
- Keep the dough cold: This will prevent the cheese from melting prematurely during frying.
- Don't overload the pan: Fry a few tequeños at a time to keep the oil temperature constant.
- Seal the edges well: Prevent the cheese from escaping during frying by gently pressing the ends.
Variations and accompaniments
Accompany your tequeños with these delicious sauces:
- Guasacaca: Avocado-based sauce, typical Venezuelan.
- Garlic sauce: Mix mayonnaise, minced garlic and a touch of lemon.
How to preserve and reheat tequeños
Do you want to enjoy tequeños at any time? Follow these steps:
- Freeze the tequeños without frying on a tray, separated from each other.
- Once frozen, store them in airtight bags for up to 3 months.
- To consume, fry them directly from frozen, adding an extra minute to the cooking time.
Do you prefer convenience? The frozen tequeños Mosaico Frozen They are ready to fry and enjoy in minutes, maintaining all the artisanal flavor.
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Conclusion
Now that you know the definitive recipe for tequeños stuffed with Andean cheese, it's time to get to work. Whether you make them from scratch or choose the convenience of frozen tequeños Mosaico Frozen, we guarantee you an authentically Venezuelan culinary experience.
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Product on offerFrozen Venezuelan tequeños, Latin cheese fingers (box 56 units)The original price was: $115.00.$76.25The current price is: $76.25.
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Product on offerVenezuelan Guasacaca Sauce, Green Sauce, 8 OZ – Salsas MosaicoThe original price was: $21.00.$16.96The current price is: $16.96.
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Product on offerFrozen Venezuelan Tequeños, Latin Cheese Fingers (28 units)The original price was: $62.00.$44.50The current price is: $44.50.
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