Indian easy to make Corn, Cheese and Jalapeno Balls by Neharika

August 11, 2014

Corn and cheese is always a winning combo; add jalapenos to it and you have the definition of irresistible! a simple starter ready in minutes, the corn, cheese and jalapeno balls is exemplary of how you can make a snack that appeals to all, within minutes. You will love the texture of this preparation, with a soft interior and a crispy top.

5 tbsp boiled and coarsely crushed sweet corn kernels (makai ke dane)
5 tbsp grated processed cheese
1 1/2 tbsp finely chopped jalapenos
1 tbsp butter
1 1/4 tbsp plain flour (maida)
1/4 cup warm milk
1/4 cup plain flour (maida) dissolved in 5 tbsp water
salt to taste
bread crumbs for rolling
oil for deep-frying

Heat the butter in a broad non-stick pan, add the plain flour and cook on a medium flame for 1 minute, while stirring continuously. Add the milk, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 minute, while stirring continuously or till the mixture is thick. Transfer the mixture on to a plate and allow it to cool completely. Add the corn, cheese, jalapenos and salt and mix well. Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and roll each portion into a round ball. Dip the balls in the prepared plain flour-water mixture and roll in bread crumbs till they are evenly coated from all the sides. Heat the oil in a deep kadhai and deep-fry the balls, a few at a time, till they turn golden brown in colour from all the sides. Serve immediately with tomato ketchup.

Nutritions

Calories
181

Sodium
125mg
5% DV

Fat
9g
14% DV

Protein
8g
16% DV

Carbs
12g
4% DV

Fiber
2g
10% DV