Boliarepitas (Colombian Cheese-Arepa Balls)

Ingredients

• 2 cups precooked cornmeal 
• 0.3 cup parmesan cheese grated
• 1 pinch salt 
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
• 24 servings vegetable oil for frying
• 2 cups warm water 

Equipment

• frying pan
• paper towels

Directions

1. Combine the cornmeal, warm water, cheese, and salt, mixing thoroughly.
2. Let mixture stand for about 7 minutes.Knead with your hands for about 3 minutes moistening your hands with warm water as you work.Form 24 small balls with the dough.
3. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, then fry boliarepas in 2 or 3 batches, turning over once, until golden, about 3 minutes per side.
4. Drain on paper towels.