Brazilian recipe
Provolone Cheese Bites (Bolinho de queijo provolone)
These crunchy, golden bites are a popular Brazilian snack, featuring a rich, melted provolone centre that is perfect for any gathering.
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Ingredients
500g provolone cheese, grated
1 egg white
1 level tablespoon plain flour
1 egg white
1 level tablespoon plain flour
Where to find ingredients
You can find high-quality provolone at the deli counter of major supermarkets like Countdown or New World. If you cannot find provolone, a dry, aged mozzarella can serve as a milder substitute, though it will lack the signature sharpness of the original.
Preparation method
- In a mixing bowl, combine the grated provolone cheese, egg white, and plain flour.
- Knead the mixture thoroughly by hand until you achieve a smooth, uniform dough.
- Shape the dough into small, evenly sized bite-sized balls.
- Heat enough vegetable oil in a deep pan or pot to allow for frying.
- Carefully drop the provolone balls into the hot oil in small batches.
- Fry until they are perfectly golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Remove the bites from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain any excess fat.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Observations
Provolone cheese bites are a flavourful and straightforward snack, highly regarded in Brazilian home cooking. With a crisp, golden exterior that gives way to a soft, gooey centre filled with the bold, smoky notes of provolone, they are an excellent choice for pairing with drinks or serving as a starter at any get-together.
This recipe is a wonderfully accessible entry point to the world of homemade appetisers, allowing even those new to the kitchen to serve up something truly special. The combination of the molten cheese and the light fried dough is simply irresistible, offering a fantastic way to showcase the distinctively sharp profile of provolone.
This recipe is a wonderfully accessible entry point to the world of homemade appetisers, allowing even those new to the kitchen to serve up something truly special. The combination of the molten cheese and the light fried dough is simply irresistible, offering a fantastic way to showcase the distinctively sharp profile of provolone.
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