How to Make Chilli Cantonese Cottage Cheese Balls (Easy Recipe)

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Learn how to make these delicious and savory Chilli Cantonese Cottage Cheese Balls in this easy recipe! These balls are made with cottage cheese, cornstarch, and spices, and they're coated in a crispy, golden batter. They're then cooked in a flavorful chilli sauce until they're tender and cooked through.

This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy snack or appetizer. It's also a great way to use up leftover cottage cheese.

Here's what you'll need:

1 cup cottage cheese
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil, for frying
Chilli sauce, for serving
Instructions:

In a medium bowl, combine the cottage cheese, cornstarch, flour, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and breadcrumbs.
Dip the cottage cheese balls in the egg mixture, then coat them in the breadcrumbs.
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Fry the cottage cheese balls in batches until golden brown and cooked through.
Serve immediately with chilli sauce.
Here are some tips for making the best Chilli Cantonese Cottage Cheese Balls:

Use good quality cottage cheese. The cottage cheese should be smooth and creamy, without any lumps.
Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the balls tough.
Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the balls. If the oil is too cold, the balls will absorb too much oil and become greasy.
Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the balls. This will lower the temperature of the oil and make the balls soggy.
I hope you enjoy this recipe!