Fried Cheese Balls (Keto, GF, Low-Iron, Vegetarian)
Fried cheese balls. I mean, can it get any better than this!?
Servings 20 cheese balls
Calories 38kcal
Ingredients
- 1 Cup grated mild cheese
- 2 Tsp. almond flour
- ¼ Tsp. salt
- ⅛ Tsp. cayenne pepper
- 2 Egg whites stiffly beaten
- ½ Cup crushed plain pork rinds
- ⅓ Cup parmesan cheese
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Combine the cheese, almond flour, salt, and cayenne pepper.
- In a separate bowl combine the pork rinds and parmesan cheese.
- Using your hands, gently stir in the egg whites.
- Pat the mixture into small balls and roll them in the pork rind and parmesan cheese mixture until thoroughly coated.
- Heat the oil in a skillet, when it is hot, put the balls in the pan without crowding them.
- Cook over medium-high heat, turning so all sides become golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot or cold, with a salad or with pre-dinner drinks.
Nutrition
Calories: 38kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 1g