Description
Transform your leftover gumbo into a crowd-pleasing appetizer with our Fried Gumbo Balls Recipe! These delightful bites are perfectly crispy on the outside and bursting with flavor on the inside, making them an ideal choice for parties, game days, or family gatherings. The easy preparation and unique taste will impress your guests and keep them coming back for more. With just a handful of ingredients and simple steps, you can create these savory delights that pair wonderfully with homemade ranch or Louisiana hot sauce. Get ready to elevate your snacking experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups white rice
- 2 cups leftover gumbo
- ¼ cup Louisiana style hot sauce (optional)
- 1 cup flour
- 3 eggs mixed with ¼ cup water (for egg wash)
- 3 cups panko bread crumbs
- 2 quarts oil (for frying)
- Cajun seasoning or salt
Instructions
- Cook the white rice according to package instructions and let it cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooled rice, leftover gumbo, and optional hot sauce until well blended.
- Shape the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a parchment-lined tray.
- Prepare a breading station with flour, egg wash mixture, and seasoned panko bread crumbs.
- Coat each ball in flour, then egg wash, and finally roll in panko until evenly covered.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to around 350°F (175°C). Fry the balls in batches until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes).
- Drain excess oil on paper towels and serve warm with dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg