Nutrition Facts

Per serving

Calories from

Protein 20%
Carbs 31%
Fat 49%

Fat High 19 g 29%
Saturated Fat High 10 g 50%
Carbohydrates 27 g 9%
Fiber Low 1 g 4%
Sugar Low 2 g 4%
Protein High 18 g 36%
Cholesterol High 86 mg 28%
Sodium 378 mg 15%

% Daily Value is based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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Waffle Iron "Fried" Cheese (Queso Frito) Recipe

Name: Waffle Iron "Fried" Cheese (Queso Frito) Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon paprika, or a pinch of cayenne pepper; 1/2 pound low-moisture mozzarella, sliced about 1/2 inch thick (see note); 2 large eggs, beaten; 1/2 cup bread crumbs; Nonstick cooking spray; Salsa, for serving (optional)

Prep 10m

Cook 5m

Total 15m

This Waffle Iron "Fried" Cheese (Queso Frito) recipe turns thick slices of mozzarella into a crispy, gooey snack. Coated in a spicy flour mixture, dipped in eggs, then coated in bread crumbs, the cheese is then "fried" in a waffle iron until golden brown. Serve with salsa for a delicious treat.