Sauerkraut Ham Balls Recipe

Name: Sauerkraut Ham Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. ground fully cooked ham; 1 (16 oz.) can sauerkraut, drained and chopped; 1/4 c. finely chopped onion; 3/4 c. plus 2 Tbsp. dry bread crumbs, divided; 1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened; 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley; 1 Tbsp. prepared mustard; 1/4 tsp. garlic powder; 1/8 tsp. pepper; 1/4 to 1/2 c. all-purpose flour; 2 eggs; 1/4 c. milk; oil (for deep fat frying)

Servings: persons

1 lb. ground fully cooked ham
1 (16 oz.) can sauerkraut, drained and chopped
1/4 c. finely chopped onion
3/4 c. plus 2 Tbsp. dry bread crumbs, divided
1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
1 Tbsp. prepared mustard
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/4 to 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1/4 c. milk
oil (for deep fat frying)

1
In a large bowl, combine ham, sauerkraut, onion and 2 tablespoons of the bread crumbs.
2
In another bowl, combine cream cheese, parsley, mustard, garlic powder and pepper; stir into sauerkraut mixture.
3
Chill for at least 1 hour or overnight. Shape into 3/4-inch balls; coat with flour.
4
In a small bowl, beat eggs and milk.
5
Dip ham balls into the egg mixture, then roll in the remaining bread crumbs.
6
Heat oil to 375u00b0 in a deep fat fryer or electric skillet; fry ham balls until golden brown.
7
Drain. Yield:
8
60 appetizers.

385

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. ground fully cooked ham, 1 (16 oz.) can sauerkraut, drained and chopped, 1/4 c. finely chopped onion, 3/4 c. plus 2 Tbsp. dry bread crumbs, divided, and more.

Yes, Sauerkraut Ham Balls falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sauerkraut Ham Balls

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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