Corn Cheese Balls are delicious and crispy appetizers made with a combination of sweet corn, cheese, and a blend of spices. They are perfect as party snacks or a quick evening snack. Here is a recipe for Corn Cheese Balls:
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Ready Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2-3 green chilies, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves
- 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (maida)
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- Oil for deep frying
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet corn kernels, mashed potatoes, grated cheese, chopped onion, green chilies, chopped coriander leaves, ginger-garlic paste, cumin powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well to form a dough-like mixture.
- Take a small portion of the mixture and shape it into a small ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture to make all the corn cheese balls.
- In a shallow dish, spread out the all-purpose flour. Roll each corn cheese ball in the flour to coat it evenly.
- Dip the floured ball into water and roll it in the bread crumbs, ensuring it is coated well.
- Place the coated corn cheese balls on a plate and refrigerate them for about 10-15 minutes. This will help the balls hold their shape during frying.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan or kadai over medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot, gently drop a few corn cheese balls into the oil. Fry them until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove them using a slotted spoon and place them on a kitchen towel to absorb any excess oil.
- Repeat the frying process with the remaining corn cheese balls.
- Serve the Corn Cheese Balls hot with ketchup, chutney, or any dipping sauce of your choice.
Note: You can also bake the corn cheese balls in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 15-20 minutes or until they turn golden brown.
This recipe makes approximately 15-20 corn cheese balls, depending on the size. Adjust the quantity of ingredients based on your requirements. Enjoy the crispy and cheesy Corn Cheese Balls!
