Chorizo & Mozzarella Cheese Balls Recipe
These Chorizo & Mozzarella Cheese Balls are a deliciously crispy and cheesy appetizer perfect for sharing. With a flavorful combination of spicy chorizo and gooey mozzarella cheese, coated in a crunchy paprika-seasoned breadcrumb crust and air-fried to golden perfection, they’re a snack that’s both satisfying and easy to make.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 cheese and chorizo balls 1x
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Spanish-inspired
Ingredients
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Cheese & Chorizo Mixture
- 250g grated mozzarella
- 50g grated parmesan
- 50g grated or finely sliced chorizo
- 1 tbsp cornflour
- 2 tbsp water
Coating
- 100g plain flour
- 2 eggs, whisked
- 200g breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheese and Chorizo Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the grated mozzarella, grated parmesan, and finely sliced chorizo along with the cornflour and water. Mix everything thoroughly with a spoon before kneading the mixture with your hands until it forms a dough-like consistency that is easy to mold.
- Form the Balls: Tear off small portions of the mixture and roll them into balls approximately the size of a walnut. This recipe yields about 8 cheese and chorizo balls. Set the shaped balls aside on a clean plate.
- Coat the Balls: Prepare three plates: one with plain flour, one with the whisked eggs, and one with the breadcrumbs mixed with paprika. Roll each ball first in the flour, then dip it in the egg wash, and finally coat it well with the paprika-spiced breadcrumbs. Repeat this flour-egg-breadcrumb coating process two to three times per ball to ensure a thick and sturdy crust that prevents the cheese from oozing out during cooking.
- Air Fry the Cheese Balls: Preheat your air fryer to 205°C (400°F) for 5 minutes. Carefully place the coated cheese and chorizo balls into the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching each other. Air fry for about 5 minutes or until the coating is golden brown and crispy. Remove from the air fryer, serve immediately, and enjoy your crispy, gooey cheese balls!
Notes
- Ensure the balls are well coated by repeating the coating steps multiple times to keep the cheese from leaking out during cooking.
- You can substitute chorizo with another spicy cured sausage if preferred.
- Serve these balls hot for the best gooey cheese experience.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of chili powder to the breadcrumb mixture.
- If you do not have an air fryer, these can be deep-fried or baked, but cooking times and texture may vary.
Keywords: chorizo cheese balls, mozzarella cheese balls, air fryer appetizer, crispy cheese balls, Spanish snack
