Deep-fried Dorito Cheese Block
Deep-fried Dorito Cheese Block
Ingredients
For the Cheese Block
- 24 processed American cheese slices, individually wrapped, or a block of processed cheese cut into 24 slices
For the Dorito Crust
- 1 bag Cool Ranch flavored Doritos, about 9 1/2 ounces, crushed into fine crumbs
For the Batter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
For Frying
- 4 cups vegetable oil, or enough to deep-fry
Instructions
- 1
Stack the 24 processed American cheese slices tightly together to form a solid, rectangular block. Press firmly to ensure they adhere. For best results, wrap the block tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for 15-20 minutes to firm it up, making it easier to handle during coating.
⏱️ 20 min
- 2
Pour the Doritos into a sturdy baking dish or a large resealable plastic bag. Cover the dish with plastic wrap (if using) or seal the bag. Use a meat tenderizer, rolling pin, or your hands to thoroughly crush the Doritos into very fine crumbs. Transfer the crumbs to a shallow dish, ensuring an even layer.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, milk, beaten large egg, salt, and black pepper until a smooth, thick batter forms. This will be your adhesive coating.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, pour the vegetable oil. Attach a deep-fry thermometer to the side of the pot. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F. Do not exceed 375°F.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 350
- 5
Carefully remove the cheese block from the freezer (if applicable) and unwrap it. Dip the entire cheese block into the prepared batter, ensuring all sides are completely and evenly coated. Allow any excess batter to drip off.
⏱️ 2 min
- 6
Immediately transfer the batter-coated cheese block to the shallow dish with the crushed Dorito crumbs. Roll and press the crumbs firmly onto all sides of the block, ensuring a thick, even crust. Pressing firmly is key to prevent the crust from falling off during frying.
⏱️ 3 min
- 7
Carefully lower the Dorito-crusted cheese block into the hot oil using a slotted spoon or spider. Fry for 3 to 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until the crust is golden brown and crispy. The cheese inside will be melted and gooey. Be careful not to overcook, as the cheese can burst through the crust.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350
- 8
Using the slotted spoon or spider, carefully remove the deep-fried cheese block from the oil and place it on a wire rack set over paper towels to drain any excess oil. Let it rest for 2 minutes before serving.
⏱️ 2 min
- 9
Transfer the block to a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the block in half or into smaller portions to reveal the melted, layered cheese interior and the crunchy Dorito crust. Serve immediately and enjoy!
⏱️ 2 min
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Deep-fried Dorito Cheese Block
Ingredients
For the Cheese Block
- 24 processed American cheese slices, individually wrapped, or a block of processed cheese cut into 24 slices
For the Dorito Crust
- 1 bag Cool Ranch flavored Doritos, about 9 1/2 ounces, crushed into fine crumbs
For the Batter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
For Frying
- 4 cups vegetable oil, or enough to deep-fry
Instructions
- 1
Stack the 24 processed American cheese slices tightly together to form a solid, rectangular block. Press firmly to ensure they adhere. For best results, wrap the block tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for 15-20 minutes to firm it up, making it easier to handle during coating.
⏱️ 20 min - 2
Pour the Doritos into a sturdy baking dish or a large resealable plastic bag. Cover the dish with plastic wrap (if using) or seal the bag. Use a meat tenderizer, rolling pin, or your hands to thoroughly crush the Doritos into very fine crumbs. Transfer the crumbs to a shallow dish, ensuring an even layer.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, milk, beaten large egg, salt, and black pepper until a smooth, thick batter forms. This will be your adhesive coating.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, pour the vegetable oil. Attach a deep-fry thermometer to the side of the pot. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F. Do not exceed 375°F.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 350 - 5
Carefully remove the cheese block from the freezer (if applicable) and unwrap it. Dip the entire cheese block into the prepared batter, ensuring all sides are completely and evenly coated. Allow any excess batter to drip off.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
Immediately transfer the batter-coated cheese block to the shallow dish with the crushed Dorito crumbs. Roll and press the crumbs firmly onto all sides of the block, ensuring a thick, even crust. Pressing firmly is key to prevent the crust from falling off during frying.
⏱️ 3 min - 7
Carefully lower the Dorito-crusted cheese block into the hot oil using a slotted spoon or spider. Fry for 3 to 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until the crust is golden brown and crispy. The cheese inside will be melted and gooey. Be careful not to overcook, as the cheese can burst through the crust.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350 - 8
Using the slotted spoon or spider, carefully remove the deep-fried cheese block from the oil and place it on a wire rack set over paper towels to drain any excess oil. Let it rest for 2 minutes before serving.
⏱️ 2 min - 9
Transfer the block to a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the block in half or into smaller portions to reveal the melted, layered cheese interior and the crunchy Dorito crust. Serve immediately and enjoy!
⏱️ 2 min