Description
Spicy Mexican Donkey Balls are a fun and flavorful dish that combines juicy beef with a medley of spices, all wrapped in a crispy coating. Perfect for any gathering, these bites will have your taste buds dancing with delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or cheddar)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
- 1 beaten egg
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 cup finely chopped jalapeños
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, shredded cheese, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, chili powder, cumin, paprika, and finely chopped jalapeños. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss in chopped fresh cilantro and mix everything together with your hands until well combined.
- Take a small handful of the mixture (about the size of a golf ball) and roll it into a ball. Place each ball on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the donkey balls are cooked through and golden brown on the outside.
- Let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: Adjust the spice level by adding more jalapeños or hot sauce. You can prepare the mixture a day in advance and store it in the fridge. Feel free to add extras like corn, black beans, or diced bell peppers for added texture.