Spicy Mexican Donkey Balls
These flavorful bites combine heat and zest with wholesome ingredients, making them the perfect party snack sure to please everyone.
Ingredients
For the mixture
- 1 pound ground beef Can be substituted with ground chicken or turkey for a lighter version.
- 1 jalapeño, minced Adjust for desired heat level.
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or pepper jack) Use high-quality cheese for better flavor.
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
For garnishing
- Fresh cilantro For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, minced jalapeño, chopped onion, minced garlic, and shredded cheese.
- Add the breadcrumbs, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and the beaten egg into the mixture.
- Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
Cooking
- Preheat your frying pan over medium heat and add enough olive oil to lightly cover the bottom.
- Form the mixture into small balls, about the size of golf balls, and gently place them into the hot oil.
- Fry the donkey balls in batches, turning them occasionally until they are golden brown all over, which should take about 8-10 minutes.
- Once cooked, remove them from the pan and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro.
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Notes
You can prepare these ahead of time and refrigerate the formed balls before frying. For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with black beans or lentils.