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Crispy Beef & Cheese Potato Balls

Crispy Beef & Cheese Potato Balls

Delight in crispy potato balls filled with savory beef and gooey cheese, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potato Base
  • 4 medium Russet Potatoes Yukon Gold can be substituted for a creamier texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Filling
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Alternatives: Ground chicken or turkey.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Finely chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Substitute with mozzarella or pepper jack.
For Breading
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten.
  • 2 cups Panko Breadcrumbs Regular breadcrumbs may vary in texture.
For Frying & Garnish
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil For frying.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • skillet
  • Deep pot or large skillet
  • potato masher
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and return to pot.
  2. Mash potatoes with butter and milk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Spread mashed potatoes in a shallow dish and chill in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes.
  4. Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned. Add onion and cook until soft. Stir in garlic and spices.
  5. Form balls with potato mixture, adding beef filling and cheese. Seal to prevent leaking.
  6. Bread balls by rolling in flour, dipping in eggs, and coating with Panko.
  7. Fry balls in hot oil until golden brown, about 4-6 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  8. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 2ballsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the potato mixture is well-chilled to avoid crumbling. Fry in batches to maintain oil temperature.

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