Potato Cheese Balls Recipe: The Ultimate Snack, Side or Appetizer

cheese

🥗Healthier: paneer

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Paneer is lower in fat and can be made at home.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide fiber and are gluten-free.

oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier for frying.

Boil 3-4 potatoes until soft, about 15-20 minutes, then cool and crush them.

Grate the potatoes to achieve a smooth texture.

Add 1 cup of boiled shredded chicken, seasoned with 1/2 teaspoon salt, to the potatoes.

Mix in 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon red chili powder, 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro, and 2 tablespoons finely chopped green chilies.

Combine all ingredients well until mixed thoroughly.

Grease your hands and take a portion of the mixture, flatten it, and place a cube of mozzarella cheese in the center.

Fold the mixture around the cheese to form a smooth ball without cracks.

Coat the balls in plain flour, then dip them in an egg wash made with 1 egg and 2 tablespoons of milk.

Roll the balls in bread crumbs to coat them completely.

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat until hot but not smoking.

Fry the balls in batches for 2-3 minutes without touching them until they hold their shape.

After 2-3 minutes, flip the balls to cook evenly and achieve a golden color, about 5-6 minutes total frying time.

Remove the fried balls and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Serve hot.

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