Tequenos with Guacamole

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, mash together the avocados, onion, lime juice, cilantro, jalepeno and salt.

2. 2

   Cover tightly with plastic wrap and set aside.

3. 3

   Cut the queso fresco into 2-by-1/4-by-1/4-inch sticks.

4. 4

   Place a wonton wrapper on a work surface, and then set a cheese stick on the bottom third of the wrapper.

5. 5

   Brush the edges of the wrapper with water and roll it up to enclose the cheese; pinch the edges shut.

6. 6

   Set aside, and repeat with the remaining pieces of cheese and wonton wrappers.

7. 7

   Heat 2 inches of oil in a heavy, deep saucepan over moderate heat until it reaches 350 on an instant read thermometer.

8. 8

   Working in batches of about 5, fry the tequenos, turning them over halfway through, until bubbling and browned, about 11/4 minutes.

9. 9

   Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried tequenos to a paper towellined plate to drain.

10. 10

    Repeat with the remaining tequenos.

11. 11

    Serve them warm with guacamole on the side.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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