Pacotinia Cheetos (Cornmeal Sticks)

Pacotinia, a delightful Greek treat, is a crunchy and savory snack perfect for any occasion. Made with a simple dough of cornmeal, cheese, and butter, these sticks are fried to golden perfection. They are great for serving as a snack, dipping into sauces, or enjoying as a light snack on their own. The crispiness of the cornmeal paired with the melted cheese makes it an irresistible option for cheese lovers.

The recipe is easy to follow, and in just a few simple steps, you’ll have delicious pacotinia ready to enjoy. It’s a versatile dish that can be adjusted to your taste by using your favorite cheese or adding spices to the dough. Whether you’re hosting guests or preparing snacks for the family, these cornmeal sticks are sure to be a hit.

Pacotinia Cheetos (Cornmeal Sticks)

Recipe by George Zolis

5.0 from 1 vote

Course: SnacksCuisine: GreekDifficulty: Easy

Servings

6

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

15

minutes

Calories

616

kcal

Total time

30

minutes

Pakotinia are crispy cornmeal sticks filled with cheese, fried until golden and served hot. These savory snacks are easy to prepare and perfect for dipping into sauces or enjoying on their own. They are a delicious combination of cornmeal’s crunch and cheese’s melt-in-your-mouth goodness.

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Ingredients

Metric US

• 500 g 17.6 oz Water

• 200 g 7 oz Water (Hot)

• 100 g 3.5 oz Butter

• 400 g 14 oz Corn Flour

• 10 g 0.4 oz Salt

• 250 g 8.8 oz Melting Cheese (grated)

• 150 g 5.3 oz Corn Starch

• Seed oil for frying

Recipe directions

• Place a saucepan with 500g of water on the stove.
• Add the butter and salt, stirring until the butter melts.
• Once the water starts to boil, add the cornmeal, reduce the heat, and stir for 2 minutes.
• Transfer the mixture to a bowl, add the 200g of hot water, and stir well.
• Add the grated cheese and cornstarch, mixing thoroughly. Knead for about 1 minute.
• Take a portion of the dough and place it on your work surface.
• Cover the remaining dough in the bowl with plastic wrap to keep it warm.
• Use two sticks as a guide for thickness and roll out the dough. Trim the edges to make them straight, then cut the dough into sticks.
• Heat vegetable oil in a pan and fry the sticks until they are golden brown.

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