Cajun Fireballs Recipe
π Cook Time: 5 minutes
π Prep Time: 5 minutes
π Total Time: 10 minutes
Description:
These Cajun Fireballs are perfect as a side dish for a shrimp boil or as an appetizer for the crowd! Served with tangy Louisiana Hot sauce for dipping, they’ll ignite your taste buds with their spicy flavor. Quick and easy to make, they’re a hit for any occasion!
Recipe Category:
Lunch/Snacks
Keywords:
Cajun, Healthy, High In…, Spicy, < 15 Mins, For Large Groups, Deep Fried, Inexpensive
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 37
- Fat: 0.4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 13.2mg
- Sodium: 100.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0.4g
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Protein: 1.3g
Ingredients:
- 1 cup flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup tomato juice
- 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 1/2 onion, chopped
Instructions:
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Combine dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Add wet ingredients: Crack in the egg, pour in the tomato juice, and sprinkle in the cayenne pepper.
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Stir in onions: Add the chopped onions to the mixture and stir until well combined.
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Heat oil: Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
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Form the fireballs: Using a teaspoon, scoop out portions of the batter and carefully drop them into the hot oil.
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Fry: Fry the Cajun fireballs for approximately 5 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
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Drain: Once fried, remove the fireballs from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain off any excess oil.
Serve your Cajun Fireballs hot and crispy, alongside a dipping sauce made with Louisiana Hot sauce for an extra kick! Enjoy the fiery flavor explosion with each bite. These make for a fantastic appetizer or snack, especially when you’re craving something spicy and satisfying.
