Deep-Fried Stuffing

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If you thought leftover Thanksgiving stuffing was boring, these deep-fried stuffing balls will change your mind! Heat up some gravy and bring on the cranberry sauce.

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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 2 eggs

  • 2 tablespoons milk

  • 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 2 ½ cups prepared stuffing

  • 1 quart oil for frying, or as needed

Directions

  1. Combine flour, poultry seasoning, salt, and black pepper in a shallow bowl. Beat eggs and milk together in a second shallow bowl until smooth. Mix bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and 1 teaspoon black pepper together in a third shallow bowl.

  2. Scoop stuffing, about 2 tablespoons per serving, and roll into a ball using your hands, forming about 12 balls. Dredge each ball through flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Transfer each ball to egg mixture and evenly coat. Roll each ball in the bread crumb mixture until evenly coated. Set stuffing balls on a plate; set aside to allow coating to stick.

  3. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  4. Carefully lower 4 to 5 stuffing balls into hot oil and fry until golden brown on all sides, about 4 minutes; transfer to a paper towel-lined plate using a slotted spoon. Repeat with remaining stuffing balls.

Recipe Tip

Any kind of stuffing (sausage, oyster, cornbread, or any variety of boxed) can be used.

Editor's Note:

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

448 Calories
27g Fat
41g Carbs
12g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 448
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 27g 34%
Saturated Fat 5g 27%
Cholesterol 69mg 23%
Sodium 958mg 42%
Total Carbohydrate 41g 15%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 12g 23%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 157mg 12%
Iron 3mg 16%
Potassium 163mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.