Boudin Balls

Name: Boudin Balls
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boudin sausage links (pork and rice), casing removed; 2 large eggs, beaten; 1/4 cup whole milk; 1.5 cups seasoned breadcrumbs; 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying); 1/4 cup Creole or whole-grain mustard; 2 tsp Louisiana-style hot sauce

Crispy fried balls of Cajun pork-and-rice boudin sausage with a golden breadcrumb crust and a spicy dipping sauce. A beloved Louisiana party bite that's crunchy outside and savory inside.

60 minMediumServes 6340 cal/serving

CajunAppetizerStovetopStandardHigh FiberLow CarbLow-SodiumAlcohol-Free

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs boudin sausage links (pork and rice), casing removed
2 large eggs, beaten
1/4 cup whole milk
1.5 cups seasoned breadcrumbs
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
1/4 cup Creole or whole-grain mustard
2 tsp Louisiana-style hot sauce

Instructions

1

Remove 1.5 lbs boudin sausage links (pork and rice) from its casing and crumble the filling into a large bowl. Roll the mixture into 1.5-inch balls; place on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for 20 minutes to firm up.
2

Whisk together 2 beaten large eggs and 1/4 cup whole milk in a shallow bowl to make an egg wash.
3

In a separate shallow bowl, combine 1.5 cups seasoned breadcrumbs, 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
4

Dip each boudin ball into the egg wash, letting excess drip off, then roll in the seasoned breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
5

Pour 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying) into a deep heavy-bottomed pot to a depth of about 3 inches and heat to 350 degrees F over medium-high heat.
6

Working in batches, carefully lower the breaded balls into the oil and fry until deep golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
7

Stir together 1/4 cup Creole or whole-grain mustard and 2 tsp Louisiana-style hot sauce in a small bowl to make the dipping sauce.
8

Serve the boudin balls hot with the dipping sauce on the side.

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Questions

How hot should the oil be for Boudin Balls?

For Boudin Balls, the frying oil is held at 350 F (about 175 C) in step 5. Hotter scorches the outside before the inside cooks, and cooler turns it greasy.

Can I skip the searing in Boudin Balls?

Step 6 reads: "Working in batches, carefully lower the breaded balls into the oil and fry until deep golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per batch." You can, but you give up flavor. The browning in step 6 builds the savory base the rest of the dish is seasoned against. Give the pieces room so the pan stays hot.

Is Boudin Balls spicy?

Moderately. The heat in Boudin Balls comes from 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper and 2 tsp Louisiana-style hot sauce. For a milder plate, halve the cayenne; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Can I make Boudin Balls dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Boudin Balls is 1/4 cup whole milk. Swap the milk for unsweetened oat or soy milk. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Does Boudin Balls contain eggs?

Yes: 2 large eggs, beaten. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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