How to Make the Perfect Boudin Ball

Blog Introduction: One of the best things about living in Louisiana is the food. And one of my favorite things to eat is boudin balls. Boudin balls are a Cajun delicacy made of pork, rice, and spices all rolled into a ball and deep fried to perfection. I'm going to share with y'all my recipe for the perfect boudin ball.

Ingredients:

1 pound of ground pork

1 cup of cooked rice

1/2 onion, diced

1/4 cup of chopped green bell pepper

1/4 cup of chopped celery

1 tablespoon of garlic powder

1 tablespoon of Tony Chachere's seasoning

1 teaspoon of salt

1/4 teaspoon of black pepper

1 cup of bread crumbs

2 eggs, beaten

Vegetable oil, for frying

Prep to Plate

Step 1

1. Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, celery, bell pepper, and a pinch of salt. Cook for about 6 to 7 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Set aside and let cool.

Step 2

1. Combine ingredients from sausage through parsley in a large bowl. Add cooled onion mixture, and stir to thoroughly combine. Set aside while you set up your breading station.

Step 3

1. In one shallow bowl, combine flour with 1 tablespoon of salt. In another, whisk eggs together with milk. In a third, combine breadcrumbs with Cajun seasoning.

Step 4

1. With damp hands, roll 2 tablespoons each of sausage mixture into balls. Dredge the balls in the flour, then dip them in the egg wash, letting the excess drip off. Lastly, dredge the balls in the breadcrumbs, coating them evenly.

Step 5

1. Transfer the boudin balls to a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.

Step 6

1. Meanwhile, preheat the vegetable oil 350°F in a deep fryer or Dutch oven. Line another baking sheet with paper towels.

Step 7

1. Using a slotted spoon or culinary spider and working in batches, slide the balls gently into the oil and fry until golden, 3 to 4 minutes, turning frequently to ensure even cooking. Move to the paper towel-lined baking sheet.

Step 8

1. Serve boudin balls hot with chilled remoulade dipping sauce.