BOLA-BOLA

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Bola-bola (Filipino-style meatballs) can be served as an appetizer or stirred into soup. Some versions of this recipe roll the meatballs in flour or bread crumbs before frying for a crisp coating. Serve plain or with a dipping sauce. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground pork
Oil for deep-fat frying
Banana ketchup, optional
Chopped green onions, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Add pork; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape mixture into 1-in. balls. In a deep cast-iron or electric skillet, heat oil to 375°. Fry meatballs, a few at a time, until golden brown on all sides, 2-4 minutes. Drain on paper towels. If desired, serve with banana ketchup and garnish with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 49 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 64mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.