Low Sodium Fried Dough Balls
Indulge in the irresistible crunch and fluffy center of Low Sodium Fried Dough Balls, a lighter twist on a classic favorite. Perfect for those watching their salt intake, this delicious recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and sugar with low sodium vegetable oil and unsalted butter for a wholesome treat. With a golden-brown exterior and a warm, tender interior, these homemade dough balls are fried to perfection and ready in just 35 minutes. Serve them fresh and warm as a satisfying snack or pair them with your favorite low sodium dipping sauces for extra flair. Easy to make and perfect for sharing, these crispy delights are a must-try for fans of comfort food that doesn’t compromise on flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons low sodium vegetable oil (plus more for frying)
- 0.75 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and sugar until well combined.
Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the low sodium vegetable oil and milk.
Using a wooden spoon or spatula, gently mix the ingredients until a shaggy dough forms. Do not overmix, as this will result in tough dough balls.
Lightly flour a clean surface and transfer the dough onto it. Knead the dough gently for about 1-2 minutes until it becomes smooth and slightly elastic.
Divide the dough into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball using your hands.
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat enough low sodium vegetable oil to submerge the dough balls, to about 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to accurately measure the temperature.
Carefully place a few dough balls into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry them for about 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown on all sides.
Remove the fried dough balls with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Repeat the frying process with the remaining dough balls.
Once all dough balls are fried, drizzle them with melted unsalted butter to enhance flavor.
Serve the dough balls warm, either plain or with your favorite low sodium dipping sauce or sweetener.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1526 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.6 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.0 g | 105% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 78 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 1200 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 222.4 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.6 g | ||
| Protein | 31.1 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 268 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 549 mg | 12% | |
*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.
