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A white plate with a serving of golden-brown veggie balls, garnished with herbs, and a side of dipping sauce decorated with a swirl of sriracha.

Breadfruit Balls

Crispy, fluffy breadfruit balls for a tasty Caribbean snack or side. Gluten-free and easy to make.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine Caribbean
Servings 15 balls
Calories 66 kcal

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Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 cups breadfruit cooked and mashed
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons scallions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, grated
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon green chili, deseeded and chopped
  • 1/2 cup gluten free flour (e.g. cassava flour, almond flour, or gluten-free all-purpose mix)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Peel, core, and cut the breadfruit into chunks. Boil in salted water until tender, about 15–20 minutes. Drain and mash while warm.
  • In a bowl, combine mashed breadfruit with garlic, onions, parsley, salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, chili, mustard and cheese. Add the egg and gluten-free flour. Mix until it forms a firm, moldable dough. If it's too soft, add more flour a tablespoon at a time.
  • Scoop and roll into small balls (about 1 to 1½ inches in diameter).

Air Fryer

  • Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray balls with oil and air fry for 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway through.

Fried

  • Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the balls until golden brown on all sides. Drain on paper towels.

Oven Baked

  • Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, turning once for even browning.
  • Serve warm with a dip and enjoy!

Notes

Makes 15 medium balls.
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 66kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 2gFat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gSodium: 192mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gCalcium: 38mgIron: 0.4mg
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