DEEP-FRIED JUICY MEATBALLS

Deep-Fried Juicy Meatballs image

Provided by ZekesDad40

Categories Meat

Time 30m

Yield 32 1oz. Meatballs, 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs ground beef (lean)
4 ounces jalapenos (depending on spice desired) or 8 ounces green chilies (depending on spice desired)
4 ounces dill pickles (3 wedges)
5 ounces bell peppers (1 medium sized)
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon tex mex seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup flour
1/4 cup cornmeal

Steps:

Pre heat Deep fryer to 375 degrees. Put the mixed flour and cornmeal (dry) into a meatloaf pan. In a small food processor, blend Jalapeno, pickle wedges and bell pepper until they resemble relish. Mix all together thoroughly in a large bowl.
Roll mixture into 1oz balls and roll balls in dry flour/cornmeal mix until completely coated. Put in fry basket (sides NOT touching), deep fry for 5 minutes.
The dry coating keeps the juices sealed inside and makes these meatballs a delightful snack or appetizer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 654, Fat 34.9, SaturatedFat 13.5, Cholesterol 154.2, Sodium 696.8, Carbohydrate 35.3, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 2.6, Protein 47