Tequeños are one of the most beloved snacks in Venezuela, often served at parties, gatherings and as street food. They are made by wrapping strips of dough around pieces of cheese and frying them until golden and crispy. The result is a crunchy outside with perfectly melted cheese inside, making them incredibly addictive and fun to eat.
😌 Difficulty: Easy
⏱️ Preparation time: 20 min
🔥 Cooking time: 15 min
⏳ Total time: 35 min
👥 Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 250 g all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp butter
- 120 ml water
- 200 g firm white cheese (mozzarella works well)
- oil for frying
Typical side:
- guava sauce
- or garlic sauce
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix flour and salt.
- Add butter and rub into the flour.
- Add water gradually and knead until smooth dough forms.
- Cover and let rest for 15 minutes.
- Cut cheese into long sticks.
- Roll out the dough thinly.
- Cut into long strips.
- Wrap each strip around the cheese stick, sealing the ends well.
- Heat oil in a pan.
- Fry until golden and crispy on all sides.
- Remove and drain on paper towel.
- Serve warm.
SpinThatCuisine Tip 💡
Make sure the dough fully seals the cheese, otherwise it may leak during frying.