Deep Fried Ham and Egg Meatballs

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(Recipe ID: 407)

Serves 4

Preparation time: 10 minutes; Cook time: 20 minutes

Source: Vito De Carolis

Excellent as a starter or snack. Serve 'em hot.

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1 pound Smoked ham
2 Scallion stalks
6 Eggs
6 Slices white bread
4 teaspoons All-purpose flour
1 teaspoon Aromatic sea salt with Szechwan Peppercorn *
Ferri dal 1905 suggested
2 cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil *
Avanti Savoia Cooking/All Purpose Olive Oil suggested

Mince ham and scallion.
Beat eggs.
Trim off bread crust; break bread into soft crumbs.
Mix ingredients together, blending in flour, and salt.
Form mixture into walnut-size balls.
Meanwhile, heat Extra Virgin Olive Oil to about 375 degrees for deep-frying in a wok pan.
Add meat balls to the olive oil a few at a time, and deep-fry until golden.
Drain on paper towel.
Serve hot.

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