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Easy Jalapeño Balls

5 from 1 vote
These bite-sized snacks are perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They are filled with savory tuna and zesty jalapeños. You can dip them in cheese sauce for a treat that will disappear from the plate in seconds.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 180 g corned tuna
  • 1 pack pancake mix
  • 2 tbsp jalapeño, chopped
  • ¼ cup corn kernel
  • Vegetable oil (for frying)
  • Cheese sauce (for dipping)

Method
 

  1. Mix the base: Grab a large bowl. Add your tuna, pancake mix, chopped jalapeños, and corn. Stir it all together until you have a nice batter.
  2. Shape: Take small scoops of the mix. Roll them into bite-sized balls with your hands.
  3. Fry until perfect: Get your oil nice and hot in a pan. Fry the balls until they look golden brown. This usually takes a few minutes.
  4. Cool and serve: Move them to a plate or a cooling rack. Let them sit for a minute before serving. Dip them in your favorite cheese sauce and enjoy!

Notes

  • Drain tuna: Squeeze out extra liquid before mixing.
  • Batch fry: Do not crowd the pan; fry in small groups.
  • Keep it warm: Serve immediately with warm cheese sauce.
  • Check temp: Ensure oil is hot enough to prevent the balls from getting soggy.