Description
Boudin Balls are a savory and flavorful appetizer inspired by Cajun cuisine. They feature a blend of pork sausage, vegetables, and rice, formed into balls, breaded, and fried to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound pork sausage
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 yellow onion, diced
- 1 celery rib, diced
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Cook Sausage and Vegetables: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the pork sausage. Then, add the diced green bell pepper, yellow onion, and celery rib. Cook until the sausage is fully cooked. Remove from heat.
- Puree Mixture: Place the cooked sausage and vegetables into a food processor or blender and pulse until mostly pureed.
- Combine Rice and Chill: Mix the cooked rice and Cajun seasoning into the pureed sausage. Chill the sausage mixture in the refrigerator for about an hour to firm up. Form the sausage into tight, 1 ½-2 inch balls.
- Set Up Dredging Station: Set up a dredging station. Whisk the all-purpose flour, salt, pepper, and paprika together in a shallow dish. Beat the eggs in a second shallow dish. Pour the panko breadcrumbs into 1 a third dish.
- Bread Boudin Balls: Working a couple of balls at a time, roll them in the flour first, then dredge in the eggs, and move to the breadcrumbs, ensuring the sausage balls are completely covered. Set the breaded boudin balls aside.
- Fry Boudin Balls: Heat enough oil for frying to submerge the balls. Heat the oil over medium-high heat to reach 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Once the oil has come up to temperature, fry the boudin balls until they are evenly golden brown, about 3-5 minutes. Work in batches to keep the balls from crowding.
- Drain and Serve: Place the cooked balls on paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Let them cool for a few minutes, then enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Ensure the oil is at the correct temperature for even cooking.
- Chill the sausage mixture thoroughly for easier handling.
- You can use other types of breadcrumbs if desired.
- Serve with remoulade sauce, spicy mayo, or your favorite dipping sauce.
- For a spicier version, use a spicier sausage, or add cayenne pepper to the flour mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
