Ingredients
2cupsMonterey Jack cheese,shredded
2jalapenos,minced
1clovegarlic,minced
1cupflour
1large egg,beaten
1cupwhole milk
1½cupsplain bread crumbs
1tsppaprika
1tspgarlic powder
1tspcayenne pepper
oil,canola or vegetable, for frying
Preparation
Combine shredded cheese, minced garlic, and jalapenos in a bowl and mix.
Shape cheese mixture into about ¾-inch balls, squeezing tightly to compress.
Place the balls on a cookie sheet and freeze for about 60 minutes minimum but 2 hours is preferred.
Preheat the deep fryer to 350 degrees F.
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 dip them into the egg mixture, and lastly, coat them with the bread crumb mixture.
Fry in batches for about 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on a paper towel.
Serve with preferred dipping sauces.
