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Fried Kimchi Mac 'N Cheese Bites
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Prep time: 45mins
Cook time: 10mins
Serves or Makes: 4-6
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ingredients
For the Mac 'N Cheese Bites:
- kosher salt
- 1 cup dry macaroni pasta
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup kimchi, diced
- 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 3 cups lactose-free milk
- 1 tablespoon gochujang
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
- 3 cups Vevan Ched-Melts, chopped
ingredients
For the Breading:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, whisked
- 3 cups panko bread crumbs
- vegetable oil, for frying
Method
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions, drain and set aside.
Step 2
Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add kimchi and sauté until reduced, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Add the flour and whisk to form a roux.
Step 4
Add 1 cup milk and whisk to dissolve. Add remaining milk and whisk until no lumps remain.
Step 5
Add gochujang, onion powder, garlic powder, mustard powder and ¾ teaspoon salt.
Step 6
Stir frequently for 5-8 minutes until thickened. Add Vevan Ched-Melts and stir until melted.
Step 7
Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper and add mac and cheese, spreading into one layer. Press down firmly, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight.
Step 8
When ready to cook, fill a saucepan with about 4 inches of vegetable oil and heat over medium-high until oil reaches 350°F when tested with a thermometer. While oil is heating up, place flour, eggs and breadcrumbs in 3 shallow bowls. Using an ice cream scoop, form mac and cheese into balls, dust with flour, coat in egg and panko.
Step 9
Lower each piece into oil (you may need to do this in batches, be careful not to overcrowd the pan) and fry for about 2 minutes until golden. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve hot and enjoy!