A recipe for Corn Sticks (Surullitos). Follow the simple recipe instructions for Corn Sticks (Surullitos) shared by other home cooking experts.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cup water1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 vegetable oil for frying
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup freshly grated edam, gouda, or cheddar cheese
Directions
Directions: Combine the water and salt in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Pour in cornmeal slowly but steadily, and stir until the mixture is thick and smooth. Remove from the heat and stir in the cheese. Mix well and cool.Heat about 1/3 cup vegetable oil in a large, heavy skillet. Take small portions and shape into sticks 3 inches long and about 1 inch in diameter. Drop in the hot oil and fry until golden brown all around.
Drain on paper towel cover to keep warm. Yield: 18 corn sticks
Notes: These Puerto Rican snacks are served warm with a drink as a side dish along with meat or fish.
