Gourmet Sauerkraut Balls
Elevate your appetizer game with these delectable sauerkraut balls. Savor the crispy exterior and delightful flavors as you bite into each perfectly seasoned, golden brown ball. Whether fried to perfection or baked for a healthier twist, these balls are sure to be a hit at any gathering or event.
Ingredients
For the sauerkraut balls | |
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| 8 | ounces sausage, crumbled |
| 1 | cup (14 ounce) can sauerkraut |
| 1 | package (3 ounce) (3 ounce) package cream cheese |
| 2 | teaspoons parsley |
| 1 | teaspoon prepared mustard |
| garlic salt | |
| 1 | cup breadcrumbs |
| 1 | cup breadcrumbs |
| 1⁄4 | cup finely chopped onion |
| 2 | tablespoons breadcrumbs |
| 1⁄4 | teaspoon pepper |
| 1⁄4 | cup flour |
| 2 | beaten eggs |
| 1⁄4 | cup milk |
Instructions
For preparing the sauerkraut balls | |
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| 1. | Cook the crumbled sausage and chopped onion until the meat is browned. |
| 2. | Drain the excess fat. |
| 3. | Add the squeezed dry and finely snipped sauerkraut along with 2 tablespoons of breadcrumbs to the sausage mixture. |
| 4. | Combine the cream cheese, parsley, prepared mustard, garlic salt, and pepper before adding it to the sauerkraut mixture. |
| 5. | Chill the mixture for one hour. |
| 6. | Form the mixture into small balls and coat them with flour. |
| 7. | Dip each ball in the egg-milk mixture and then roll them in breadcrumbs. |
| 8. | Fry the balls in deep fat until they turn golden brown; alternatively, bake them in a preheated 375°F oven for 15-20 minutes. Serve hot. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 325.5 kcal |
| Protein | 12.1 g |
| Fat | 19.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 26.2 g |
| Fiber | 3.4 g |
| Sugar | 3.5 g |
Published on Aug 17, 2024 by Luminița