Sorullos
Sorullos, also known as sorullitos de maíz, are delightful, crispy fried cornmeal sticks that are a beloved staple in Puerto Rican cuisine. They are typically made from a simple dough of ground corn (masa), cheese, milk, and sugar, which is then shaped into small cylinders and deep-fried to golden perfection.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
As a fried food, sorullos are high in carbohydrates and fat, providing a quick source of energy. They are a good source of calcium from the cheese and offer some dietary fiber from the cornmeal, with a typical serving containing roughly 250-300 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 13 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Phosphorus | 110 mg |
| Vitamin A | 45 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg |
| Folate | 30 mcg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
Per 4 pieces (about 120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Sorullos are a perfect example of the island's Taíno and Spanish culinary fusion, transforming basic corn into a beloved street food and party snack. Their unique texture—crispy on the outside and soft, slightly sweet, and cheesy on the inside—makes them an irresistible comfort food.
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