Ingredients
For the Cheese Curds
Cheese curds 🧀: 1 lb (white cheddar or your choice)
Flour 🍞: 1 cup
Cornstarch 🌽: 2 tbsp
Salt 🧂: 1/2 tsp
For the Batter
Buttermilk 🥛: 1 cup
Buffalo sauce 🌶️: 1/3 cup
Egg 🥚: 1
Garlic powder 🧄: 1/2 tsp
Ranch seasoning mix 🌿: 1 tbsp
For Frying
Vegetable oil 🛢️: Enough for deep frying
For Serving
Ranch dressing 🥛: 1/2 cup (for dipping)
Chopped parsley or green onions 🌿: Optional garnish
Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Cheese Curds
Pat the cheese curds 🧀 dry with paper towels.
In a bowl, mix flour 🍞, cornstarch 🌽, and salt 🧂. Toss the cheese curds in the mixture until well coated.
2️⃣ Make the Batter
In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk 🥛, buffalo sauce 🌶️, egg 🥚, garlic powder 🧄, and ranch seasoning mix 🌿.
3️⃣ Heat the Oil
Heat vegetable oil 🛢️ in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
4️⃣ Coat and Fry
Dip each floured cheese curd into the batter, ensuring it’s fully coated.
Carefully place the curds in the hot oil 🛢️, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Fry for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
5️⃣ Serve
Arrange the fried cheese curds on a serving platter.
Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions 🌿 if desired.
Serve immediately with ranch dressing 🥛 for dipping.
Pro Tip:
For extra heat, drizzle more buffalo sauce over the fried curds before serving.
