Looking for a new and innovative appetizer to steal the show at your dinner table? We present the “Crispy Potato Balls” recipe, an upgraded version of traditional mashed potatoes, with a rich and surprising creamy core of Almanfoush Awafi Cheese.
Imagine a golden, crispy shell, followed by a soft layer of mashed potatoes, and then a delicious surprise of melted cream cheese in the center. These little balls are the perfect addition to a Ramadan feast or as a snack that kids and adults will adore anytime.
Ingredients (with Authentic Almanfoush Quality):
For the Potatoes:
Potatoes: 3 medium-sized, boiled and well-mashed.
Powdered Milk: 2 tablespoons (for a richer flavor).
Salt and Black Pepper: to taste.
Chopped Parsley (optional): 1 tablespoon.
For the Creamy Filling:
Almanfoush Awafi Cheese: 4 to 6 squares (depending on the number of balls).
For Coating and Frying:
Flour: ½ cup.
Egg: 1, beaten with a little milk.
Breadcrumbs: 1 cup.
Abundant vegetable oil for deep-frying.
Instructions: Simple Steps for a Great Appetizer
Prepare the Potatoes (5 minutes):
After boiling and peeling the potatoes, mash them thoroughly while still warm until completely smooth and free of lumps.
Add the powdered milk, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix the ingredients well until you have a cohesive potato dough.
Let the potato mixture cool slightly to make it easier to shape.
Stuffing and Shaping (10 minutes):
Take a golf-ball-sized amount of the potato dough. Flatten it slightly in your palm.
Place a square of Awafi cheese in the center.
Carefully close the potato dough around the cheese square and shape it into a smooth ball. Make sure there are no cracks.
Repeat with the remaining quantity.
Coating (The Secret to Crispiness):
Prepare three plates: one for flour, one for the beaten egg, and one for the breadcrumbs.
First, roll each potato ball in flour (to create a layer for the liquids to adhere to).
Then, dip it in the beaten egg, ensuring it’s fully coated.
Finally, roll it in the breadcrumbs until it’s covered with a thick, crispy layer.
Pro Tip: For extra crispiness, you can return the ball to the egg and then to the breadcrumbs a second time.
Golden Frying:
Heat the oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
Fry the potato balls in batches until they achieve a beautiful golden color on all sides (this takes about 3-4 minutes).
Remove them from the oil and place them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Serving:
Serve the potato balls immediately while hot to enjoy the creamy melted cheese inside.
They are great with ketchup, mayonnaise, or garlic sauce.
Why is Awafi Cheese the Perfect Filling?
Because it’s designed to give you a creamy texture and a rich flavor that doesn’t overpower the taste of the potatoes. Almanfoush Awafi Cheese, with its smooth consistency and mild flavor, transforms upon cooking into a hot, delicious, and creamy filling, making every bite a fun and different experience. It’s the easy way to add a luxurious and innovative touch to your everyday dishes
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