Description
Delicious cheesy taco balls, perfect for a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for stuffing)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for stuffing)
- 1 cup ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup cornmeal (for coating)
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup flour
- 1 cup oil (for frying)
- 1 cup sour cream (optional)
- 1 cup salsa (optional)
- 1 cup guacamole (optional)
Instructions
- In a frying pan, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning to the beef and follow package instructions. Remove from heat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
- Take a small amount of the beef mixture and a spoonful of cheese mixture, and form into a ball.
- Repeat until all mixture is used.
- Roll each ball in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and finally coat with cornmeal.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the taco balls until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with sour cream, salsa, and guacamole on the side.
Notes
- Adjust spices to taste for a spicier dish.
- Use ground turkey for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 taco balls
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg