Carnivore Fried Cheese Balls Recipe

Carnivore Fried Cheese Balls Recipe

Servings: 12 cheese balls
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

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🥩 Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or cheddar, or a mix)

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 2 large egg yolks

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened

• ¼ cup cooked bacon bits or finely chopped cooked beef (optional but tasty)

• ½ tsp garlic powder (optional for more flavor; omit if strict carnivore)

• ¼ cup crushed pork rinds (for coating; or use grated Parmesan for 100% carnivore)

• 1 egg (for egg wash)

• Beef tallow, lard, or ghee (for frying – avoid vegetable oils)

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🔪 Instructions:

1. Make the cheese mixture:

   • In a bowl, mix shredded cheese, Parmesan, cream cheese, egg yolks, and optional meat or garlic powder.

   • Stir until it forms a sticky, cohesive mixture.

2. Form into balls:

   • Roll the mixture into 12 small balls (about 1 inch in diameter).

   • Place them on a tray lined with parchment paper and chill in the freezer for 10–15 minutes to firm up.

3. Prep the coating:

   • In one bowl, beat the egg (egg wash).

   • In another bowl, place crushed pork rinds or extra Parmesan cheese.

4. Coat the balls:

   • Dip each chilled cheese ball in the egg wash, then roll it in the coating to fully cover.

5. Fry the cheese balls:

   • Heat beef tallow, lard, or ghee in a small saucepan or deep skillet over medium-high heat (about 350°F / 175°C).

   • Fry the cheese balls in batches until golden brown (about 2–3 minutes each side).

   • Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess fat.

6. Serve hot with optional dipping sauces like melted butter or a fatty meat reduction.

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🧊 Storage:

• Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

• Reheat in an oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.

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Would you like a spicy version or one with a dipping sauce recipe too?