Boudin-Balls

Ingredients

• 1 pound of pork sausage
• 1/2 cup cooked white rice
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 cup panko bread crumbs
• Vegetable oil for frying

Directions

1. In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain fat.
2. In a large bowl, mix together cooked sausage, white rice, green onions, bell pepper, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and Cajun seasoning.
3. Shape mixture into 1-inch balls and set aside.
4. Place flour, eggs, and panko bread crumbs in separate shallow bowls.
5. Dip each ball into the flour, then egg, then panko bread crumbs.
6. Heat vegetable oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
7. Fry boudin balls in hot oil for about 2 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
8. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Boudin-balls are popular in the Louisiana area and can be found at Cajun festivals, restaurants, and fairs.
• The name “boudin” is derived from the French word “boudin” which means “sausage.”
• Boudin-balls are typically served with a spicy dipping sauce such as remoulade or hot mustard.