Deep Fried Cheese Balls

Name: Deep Fried Cheese Balls
Ingredients: 1/2 lb cheddar cheese, grated; 6 ounces shrimp, peeled and chopped; 1 1/2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped; 1 tablespoon jalapeno chile, seeded and chopped (canned or fresh); 1 pinch chili powder; vegetable oil (for frying); 1 cup flour; 1/2 cup cornstarch; 3/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1 pinch salt; 1 cup water; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 - 1 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (for rolling cheese balls)

13 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

1/2 lb cheddar cheese, grated
6 ounces shrimp, peeled and chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon jalapeno chile, seeded and chopped (canned or fresh)
1 pinch chili powder
vegetable oil (for frying)
1 cup flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch salt
1 cup water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 - 1 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (for rolling cheese balls)

Directions

1

In a medium bowl mix together cheese, shrimp, cilantro, chilies and chili powder. Form into 3/4-inch balls. Set aside.
2

Heat oil in a heavy saucepan or deep fryer to 350-degrees F.
3

Combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder and salt in a pie pan or shallow dish.
4

Make a well in center of flour mixture and add water and 2 tablespoons oil, whisk to combine.
5

In another pie pan pour in breadcrumbs.
6

Dip cheese balls in batter, roll in breadcrumbs and then deep fry in batches.
7

Drain on paper towels.