Breadfruit is such a versatile food that you can use it in almost any recipe. This Breadfruit Balls recipe is the perfect snack to add to your dessert list. Once done right, it can be eaten on its own. Give it a try today.
Ingredients
- 1 small breadfruit (roughly 1 lb),washed, peeled and gutted
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 pimento peppers, finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 3 chado beni twigs, finely minced
- fresh thyme
- chives, finely chopped (i used a few)
- fresh parsley, chopped
- salt to taste
- cayenne or hot pepper sauce (1/4 teaspoon or more )
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- oil for frying
Instructions
- boil breadfruit in salted water until soft. drain and place while hot in a large heat prove bowl.
- crush breadfruit while hot (it’s much easier)
- add in seasonings, mix well until combined and let sit for a bit to cool before adding the egg (you don’t want your egg to cook)
- once egg has been added, mix thoroughly and form into round shapes (big or small) and set aside
- coat the breadfruit balls in the breadcrumb and set aside
- place a large skillet with oil on medium low heat. allow the oil to heat well. next place the breadfruit balls in and be careful not to add too much at the same time. fry the balls until golden brown (about 4-5 minutes per side)
- once finished, remove from oil and serve by itself or with any condiments of choice.
- enjoy!!
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