Sauerkraut Balls

These fried sauerkraut balls are deliciously tangy.


Recipes · Appetizers and Snacks · Meat and Poultry · Pork


Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 4 hrs
Additional Time: 3 hrs
Servings: 24

Ingredients

Ingredients List

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 1 onion, finely chopped

  • 1 cup finely chopped cooked ham

  • 1 cup finely chopped corned beef

  • ½ clove garlic, crushed

  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 2 cups sauerkraut, drained and minced

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

  • ½ cup beef broth

  • 1 egg

  • 2 cups milk

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 4 cups fine dry bread crumbs

  • 1 quart oil for frying


Directions

  1. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add onion and cook until softened. Stir in ham, corned beef, and garlic. Cook mixture, stirring constantly for 1 minute. Stir in 6 tablespoons flour and cook mixture over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes.

  2. Stir in sauerkraut, parsley, and broth; cook for 3 minutes or until thickened and paste-like. Spread mixture on a platter and chill for at least 3 hours.

  3. Heat oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). In a bowl, whisk together egg, milk, and 2 1/2 cups flour. Shape sauerkraut mixture by leveling teaspoons into balls, dip them into egg mixture, and roll them in bread crumbs.

  4. Fry balls in batches for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Serve warm.

Editor's Note

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.


Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Nutrition Facts
223 Calories
9g Fat
26g Carbs
8g Protein


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