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Turkey Stuffing Balls

Crispy, golden-brown bites made from leftover holiday stuffing and turkey, fried to perfection and served with gravy or cranberry dipping sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling Base
  • 3 cups leftover stuffing chilled
  • 1.5 cups cooked turkey shredded
  • 0.5 cup mashed potatoes optional binder
  • 1 large egg beaten (for mixture)
  • 0.25 cup gravy or broth for moisture
Coating & Frying
  • 2 large eggs beaten (for coating)
  • 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup flour
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Deep frying pan or Dutch oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine stuffing, turkey, mashed potatoes, 1 beaten egg, and gravy. Mix until sticky.
  2. Roll mixture into golf-ball sized spheres. If dry, add more gravy.
  3. Set up a dredging station: flour with spices in one bowl, beaten eggs in a second, breadcrumbs in a third.
  4. Roll each ball in flour, then dip in egg, then coat thoroughly in breadcrumbs.
  5. Refrigerate the coated balls for 20 minutes to help them set.
  6. Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Fry balls in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack.
  8. Serve hot with leftover gravy or cranberry sauce.

Notes

Ensure your stuffing mixture is cold before frying, otherwise the balls may fall apart in the hot oil.