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Author\u2019s note: I have no affiliation with <\/em>Publix<\/em><\/a>, and I was not compensated in any way for this review.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The cheese squeaks.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Today is an exciting day, my friends. Because today is the day<\/em> I\u2019m going to tell you about the Publix Deli Fried Cheese Curds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

No, I don\u2019t work for Publix. In fact, I don\u2019t think Publix likes me very much \u2014 I said mean things about their Tiramisu Delight Cake<\/a> and their Mango Key Lime Pie<\/a>. No one sponsored this review \u2014 this is just me sitting in my kitchen eating cheese curds and typing a silly review with my greasy little fingers. For no reason at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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As we\u2019ve previously established, I would eat virtually anything deep fried, including my own shoelaces<\/a>. I saw these fried cheese curds in the Publix weekly ad<\/a>, and I rearranged my plans for the day, simply so I could have them inside my belly, pronto.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I regret nothing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In fact, I\u2019ve decided I don\u2019t need a man in my life after all. I just need more of these cheese curds. A lot more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I heard through the grapevine that Publix fried cheese curds were best eaten fresh\/hot, but unfortunately mine had cooled down nearly<\/em> to room temperature by the time I made it home with my groceries. Fortunately, they still tasted amazing. The crust is crispy and has satisfying small crunchy bits. The cheese curds are just the right balance of firm and soft. Mine made a wonderful squeaking sound as I chewed them. This is white cheddar, and it has a lovely mild taste. It\u2019s fresh, moist, flavorful, and dense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Looking for another flavorful cheese with squeaky curds? Check out my review of The Big Moo bread cheese<\/a>.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I like that there\u2019s not TONS of the breading, but the thin layer is flavorful. I got \u201cranch\u201d flavored cheese curds (there weren\u2019t any other flavors available), and there is a pleasant zesty taste, although I might not have immediately guessed \u201cranch.\u201d The ingredients include buttermilk and vinegar, which probably contributes to the satisfying tanginess in the breading. The surface is flecked with green herb specks, and there\u2019s just the right amount of saltiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are yummy enough that I don\u2019t need any dipping sauce. I will<\/em> say that there\u2019s a slightly strange aftertaste to the seasoning. It\u2019s not unpleasant enough to truly bother me, but it exists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The fried curds<\/a> are all different sizes, but generally plump and generously sized. The chunky nugget shape is somehow much more satisfying than a mozzarella stick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I was not at all<\/em> delighted when I read the ingredients. It starts out OK, but there\u2019s some truly unfortunate stuff at the end. More about that later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I bought just over a half pound of fried cheese curds<\/a>, and I could hardly eat half of them on a completely empty stomach. These are filling little nuggets! There\u2019s mostly cheese here. So much cheese. I don\u2019t think I\u2019ve ever eaten this much cheese in one sitting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I still<\/em> regret nothing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Ingredients<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ingredients<\/strong> in Publix Deli Fried Cheese Curds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here are the ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n