How Do You Make Fried Cheese Curds?
Fried cheese curds are often considered a staple of the typical Wisconsin diet, but it’s easy to make your very own batch at home! Cheese curds are the fresh curds of cheddar, and are best enjoyed within 24 hours of production. Here’s how to make fried cheese curds in a few simple steps. Step 1 Pour oil into frying pan and set on stove. Prepare the oil for frying by increasing the temperature to the highest setting and then letting it simmer at medium heat while you prepare the batter. Step 2 Prepare the batter. Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt into a medium bowl. Step 3 Beat the eggs and combine with milk. Stir into flour mixture and mix vigorously until smooth. Step 4 Dip each cheese curd into the batter and fry in hot pan. Cook approximately 1-2 minutes on each side until the curds turn light brown in color. Step 5 Drain on paper towels. Step 6 Serve with ketchup, ranch dressing, hot sauce, pickle, mustard, or just on its own!
