Description
Chorizo Queso Potato Bombs are crispy, golden-brown potato spheres filled with spicy chorizo, creamy queso, and melted Monterey Jack cheese. Perfect as an appetizer or party snack, these bites are sure to impress.
Ingredients
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- 2 medium potatoes (2 to 3 inches long)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 lb cooked, ground chorizo sausage
- 1/2 cup prepared queso dip
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth.
- In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes with cooked chorizo, queso dip, and shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
- Form the mixture into small balls, about 2 inches in diameter.
- Beat the eggs in a separate bowl. Roll each potato ball in the eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Place the coated potato bombs on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle or brush with 1 tablespoon of oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm as an appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Ensure potatoes are fully mashed for easy shaping.
- Optional: add extra spices to the potato mixture for more flavor.
- Can be fried instead of baked for a crunchier texture.
- Serve with additional queso dip or salsa for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato bomb
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 55mg