Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground fully cooked ham
  • 1 jar (16 ounces) sauerkraut, drained and chopped
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons plus 3/4 cup dry bread crumbs, divided
  • 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon prepared mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • Oil for deep-fat frying

Method

  • In a large bowl, combine the ham, sauerkraut, onion and 2 tablespoons bread crumbs. In another bowl, combine the cream cheese, parsley, mustard, garlic powder and pepper; stir into sauerkraut mixture. Chill for 1 hour or overnight.
  • Shape into 3/4-in. balls; coat with flour. In a small bowl, beat eggs and milk. Dip ham balls into the egg mixture, then roll in the remaining bread crumbs.
  • In a deep-fat fryer or electric skillet, heat oil to 375°. Fry ham balls until golden brown; drain on paper towels.