Surillitos De Maiz (Puerto Rican Cornmeal Sticks)

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   Place water, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and Sazon seasoning into a sauce pan. Bring to a boil.

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   Lower heat, add cornmeal slowly, stir to avoid creating lumps. Keep stirring, & continue cooking on low heat.

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   Remove from heat, add the cheese and blend well. Allow to cool for 15 minutes.

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   Put a teaspoon of the mixture in the palm of your hand. Place on flat surface, roll into sticks.

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   Place the corn sticks on a tray, cover with wax paper and put in refrigerator for 30 minutes.

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   Heat oil in deep fryer, fry the corn sticks until golden brown.

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   Drain on paper towel to remove excess oil.

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   NOTE: Goya Sazon is a seasoned salt that is used daily in most of Latin America, including the Caribbean. You can easily find it in the Hispanic aisle of most grocery stores, or in a Hispanic market.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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