Name: Deep-Fried Mac & Cheese Balls
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 0.5 oz chickpea pasta; 2 oz lean ground turkey; 0.25 oz sharp cheddar cheese; 0.25 cup non-fat Greek yogurt; 1 large Egg egg; 1 tbsp whole wheat panko breadcrumbs; 1 tbsp nutritional yeast; 0.25 tsp garlic powder; 0.25 tsp onion powder; 0.13 tsp sea salt; 0.13 tsp black pepper; 0.25 tbsp avocado oil

Nutrition

Per serving

371 calories

Protein: 36g; 38% of calories
Carbs: 21g; 22% of calories
Fat: 16g; 39% of calories

Instructions

Prep 25 min · Cook 10 min

Cook the chickpea pasta in boiling water until al dente, drain, and finely chop into small pieces.
Sauté the lean ground turkey in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until fully browned and cooked through.
In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped pasta, cooked turkey, shredded cheddar cheese, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper.
Place the mixture in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to allow the ingredients to firm up for easier shaping.
Whisk the egg in a small shallow bowl, and in a separate bowl, stir together the panko breadcrumbs and nutritional yeast.
Form the chilled pasta mixture into 4 or 5 tightly packed balls.
Dip each ball into the egg wash, then roll in the panko mixture until evenly coated on all sides.
Heat the avocado oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Carefully place the balls in the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes per side until the exterior is golden-brown and crispy.

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