🟤 Boudin Balls
Boudin balls are a crispy Louisiana Cajun appetizer made from seasoned pork and rice sausage (boudin), rolled into balls, breaded, and deep-fried until golden brown. They’re crunchy on the outside and soft, savory, and flavorful inside.
🥄 Ingredients (Makes 12–16 balls)
- 1 lb boudin sausage (casings removed)
- 1–2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1–2 cups breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- Oil for frying (vegetable or peanut oil)
Optional:
- ½ tsp Cajun seasoning (if you want extra kick)
- Chopped green onions for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare boudin:
Remove sausage from casings. If mixture seems very soft, chill 20–30 minutes to firm up.
2️⃣ Form balls:
Roll into 1½-inch balls and place on a tray.
3️⃣ Set up breading station:
- Bowl 1: Flour
- Bowl 2: Beaten eggs
- Bowl 3: Breadcrumbs
4️⃣ Bread:
Roll each ball in flour → dip in egg → coat in breadcrumbs.
For extra crunch, double dip in egg and breadcrumbs.
5️⃣ Fry:
Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
Fry 3–4 minutes until golden brown.
Drain on paper towels or a wire rack.
6️⃣ Serve hot with dipping sauce.
🥣 Dipping Sauce Ideas
- Creole mustard sauce
- Spicy mayo (mayo + hot sauce)
- Remoulade sauce
- Honey mustard
🌟 Tips for Perfect Boudin Balls
- Keep oil temperature steady at 350°F.
- Don’t overcrowd the fryer.
- Chill formed balls before frying if mixture is too loose.
- Air fryer option: Spray with oil and cook at 375°F for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.
If you’d like, I can also provide:
- 🔥 Extra spicy Cajun version
- 🧀 Cheese-stuffed boudin balls
- 🥓 Bacon-wrapped version
- 🥪 Boudin ball po’boy sandwich idea
Which one sounds good?
