Puerto Rican Cheese Fritters 1/2 pound Gouda, Swiss, or Cheddar cheese, grated 1 egg 2 tablespoons cornstarch Cayenne pepper, to taste (optional) Bread crumbs (for coating) Vegetable oil for (deep-frying)
Combine the cheese, egg, cornstarch and cayenne in the bowl of an electric mixer and beat on high speed until well blended. Roll into small balls using 1 teaspoon of mixture. Coat with the bread crumbs and fry in oil heated to 350 degrees F until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.
