Ingredients

The following ingredients have 36 Servings
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese (, shredded )
  • 2 jalapeños (, minced)
  • 1 clove garlic (, minced)
  • 1 cup  flour
  • 1 large egg (, beaten)
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 1/2 cups plain bread crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • canola or vegetable oil (, for frying)

Instruction

  • Combine your shredded cheese, minced garlic, and jalapenos in a bowl and mix.
  • Shape cheese mixture into about 3/4 inch balls, squeezing tightly to compress.
  • Place the balls on cookie sheet and freeze for about 60 minutes minimum but for 2 hours is preferred.
  • Preheat your deep fryer to 350 degrees.
  • Place the flour in a bowl.
  • Mix the egg and milk together in a second bowl.
  • Mix the bread crumbs, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper in a third bowl.
  • Roll the chilled balls in the flour mixture, then dipping into the egg mixture, and lastly coating with the bread crumb mixture.
  • Fry in batches for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towel.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauces.