Baked Corn Bread Balls
Created by Kchurchill5 on March 6, 2016
- Servings: 5
- Prep Time: 10m
- Cook Time: 25-30m
- Recipe #23058
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole kernel corn, (frozen, thawed and drained)
- 1 can (4 ounce) green chilies, drained
- 2 scallions, diced (white and green parts)
- 1/4 cup pepper jack cheese, grated (or cheddar cheese, grated)
- 1 cup corn flour
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper, to taste
- 2 teaspoons oil (canola, or vegetable oil)
- 1 1/2 to 2 cups water (warm)
How to Make
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Step 1: Corn ... The one thing I like to do, but it is NOT necessary; is to pulse the corn a couple of times in a food processor - just until you get a coarse texture. DON'T go too far, just a couple of times. Again, it is not necessary; but, I prefer the texture.
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Step 2: Saute ... Bring a non-stick pan up to medium high heat; and, add the oil. I prefer to use canola or vegetable oil in this recipe. Add the corn and saute 3-4 minutes. Then, add the green chilies, scallions, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper; and cook another 3-4 minutes.
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Step 3: Cornbread Mix ... Add the flour and water (make sure it is warm) together; and, mix until it is completely combined. Pour over the corn mixture; stirring until everything is mixed through. The heat will start to thicken the mix; and, create a dough. Remove from the heat, and stir in the cheese. Make sure to taste; and re-season if necessary. If the dough seems a bit wet or sticky; simply add a bit more flour. Then, transfer the mix to a bowl; and, completely cool. I like to let it set a good hour.
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Step 4: Balls and Baking ... This dough or batter will make around 12-15 balls; depending on the size. Using a tablespoon or scoop (dipped in warm water) - which will prevent the dough from sticking; make the corn bread balls. I like to dust my hands in flour; which prevents the dough from sticking. Transfer them to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil topped with a baking rack (for easy clean up). The baking rack will allow the 'balls' to brown on all sides. I also like to spray the 'balls' with a non stick spray - this will allow them to get golden brown. Now, if you don't have a baking rack, DO NOT panic; simply spray the parchment paper or foil with a non stick spray first. It will also work just fine.
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Step 5: Cook on the middle shelf, in a 375 degree oven, for 15-18 minutes; until golden brown - but, keep an eye on them. Once they are done; transfer to a serving platter, and season with kosher salt.
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Step 6: Serve and ENJOY! ... Serve with any fish or seafood dinner. Simply addictive.
Nutritional Facts
- Serving Size: 1 (223.4 g)
- Calories 192.7
- Total Fat - 4.7 g
- Saturated Fat - 1.3 g
- Cholesterol - 4 mg
- Sodium - 587.5 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 33.1 g
- Dietary Fiber - 6.1 g
- Sugars - 1.2 g
- Protein - 7.7 g
- Calcium - 90.2 mg
- Iron - 1.7 mg
- Vitamin C - 7.2 mg
- Thiamin - 0.2 mg