Low Carb Crispy Fried Potato Balls
Satisfy your craving for crispy bites without the carb-heavy guilt with these Low Carb Crispy Fried "Potato" Balls. Crafted with nutrient-packed cauliflower as a clever substitute for traditional potatoes, this recipe delivers all the golden crunch you love in a lighter, keto-friendly form. Blended with shredded cheddar, almond flour, and Parmesan for a rich, savory interior, each ball is perfectly seasoned with garlic and onion powders for a burst of flavor in every bite. Fried to golden perfection in olive oil, these irresistible appetizers are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and made to pair beautifully with your favorite dipping sauce. Ready in just under an hour, this gluten-free snack is perfect for low-carb dieters and anyone looking for a healthier twist on classic comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large head Cauliflower florets
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Almond flour
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Olive oil
Instructions
Cut the cauliflower into small florets and steam them until tender, about 10 minutes.
Drain the cauliflower and place it in a food processor. Pulse until it reaches a rice-like consistency.
Transfer the processed cauliflower into a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth. Squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cauliflower, shredded cheddar cheese, almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Using your hands, take a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat until all the mixture is used.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Gently place the cauliflower balls into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Fry each batch for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the pan using a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Serve the crispy cauliflower balls warm as an appetizer or a side dish with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3129 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 300.5 g | 385% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.9 g | 340% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 21.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 513 mg | 171% | |
| Sodium | 2577 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.5 g | ||
| Protein | 71.4 g | 143% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 1339 mg | 103% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1997 mg | 42% | |
*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.
