Deep Fried Cheese Balls

These cheese balls are great appetizers. Recipe source: bon appetit (january 1985)

In a medium bowl mix together cheese , shrimp , cilantro , chilies and chili powder.

Form into 3 / 4-inch balls.

Set aside.

Heat oil in a heavy saucepan or deep fryer to 350-degrees f.

Combine flour , cornstarch , baking powder and salt in a pie pan or shallow dish.

Make a well in center of flour mixture and add water and 2 tablespoons oil , whisk to combine.

In another pie pan pour in breadcrumbs.

Dip cheese balls in batter , roll in breadcrumbs and then deep fry in batches.

Drain on paper towels.

cheddar cheese, shrimp, cilantro, jalapeno chile, chili powder, vegetable oil, flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, water, breadcrumbs