Crispy Fried Balls
Indulge in the ultimate snack-time treat with these **Crispy Fried Balls**, a tantalizing combination of creamy mashed potatoes, gooey melted cheddar cheese, and a bold medley of spices like garam masala and cayenne pepper. Expertly coated in crunchy breadcrumbs and fried to golden perfection, these bite-sized delights boast a perfectly crisp exterior that gives way to a flavorful, tender center. Ready in under an hour, they are ideal for parties, game nights, or as a comforting appetizer. Serve them fresh and hot with your favorite dipping sauce for an irresistible snack that's packed with flavor and texture. Perfect for sharing—or savoring all to yourself!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium Russet potatoes
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 large Egg
- 1 cup Bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
Instructions
Peel and cube the potatoes. Place them in a pot of cold water, bring to a boil, and cook until fork-tender, about 15 minutes.
Drain the potatoes and mash them in a large bowl.
Add grated cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, garam masala, and chopped parsley to the mashed potatoes. Mix well until fully combined.
Shape the potato mixture into golf ball-sized balls and set aside.
Prepare a breading station with three shallow bowls. Place flour in the first bowl, beat an egg into the second bowl, and fill the third bowl with breadcrumbs.
Roll each potato ball in flour, then dip in the beaten egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs. Repeat until all the balls are breaded.
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
Carefully place a few balls into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
Fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
Using a slotted spoon, remove the balls from the oil and drain them on paper towels.
Serve the fried balls hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5319 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 465.7 g | 597% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.2 g | 411% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 270.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 313 mg | 104% | |
| Sodium | 4292 mg | 187% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 255.1 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.1 g | ||
| Protein | 66.8 g | 134% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 844 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 3806 mg | 81% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
