Cheesy Cauliflower Mozzarella Balls
These cheesy cauliflower mozzarella balls are a delightful combination of crispy exterior and creamy interior, perfect for a snack or appetizer. With fresh herbs and a hint of spice, they are sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small cauliflower (about 500 g), cut into florets
- 150 g grated mozzarella
- 50 g grated parmesan
- 1 egg (or egg substitute for a vegan option)
- 3 tablespoons breadcrumbs (or panko)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika (sweet)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 50 g flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- 100 g breadcrumbs (or panko)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Or: Baking paper (for the low-fat baking version)
Instructions
- Prepare the cauliflower: Divide the cauliflower into florets and blanch in a large pot of boiling water for 5-7 minutes until soft, being careful not to overcook.
- Puree the cauliflower: Drain the blanched cauliflower and place it in a bowl. Mash well with a potato masher or fork until a coarse mixture forms, ensuring no large pieces remain.
- Mix the ingredients: Add the grated mozzarella, parmesan, egg (or egg substitute), breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until a homogeneous mixture forms, about 2-3 minutes.
- Shape the balls: With wet hands, take small portions of the mixture and form them into balls (about 3 cm in diameter). Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with baking paper.
- Coat the balls: Roll the balls in flour, then dip in the beaten egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs, ensuring they are well covered.
- Fry or bake: Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the balls for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Alternatively, bake in a preheated oven at 200 degrees Celsius for about 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Remove the finished balls from the pan and let them drain on paper towels. Serve warm and enjoy with a sauce of your choice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Ensure the cauliflower is well-drained before mashing to avoid excess moisture. Feel free to experiment with spices like cumin or Italian herbs to add a personal touch.
Find it online: https://tastelle.com/kasecremige-blumenkohl-mozzarella-ballchen/