Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground sausage
- 1 bag (16 ounces) frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking oil, for frying
Instructions:
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground sausage, thawed hash browns, onion, and green pepper.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add flour, egg, salt, and pepper to the mixture. Mix until well combined.
- Form Balls: Using your hands, form the mixture into golf-ball-sized balls.
- Fry: Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the balls in batches until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes per batch.
- Drain: Remove the balls from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve: Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ketchup or ranch dressing.
Tips:
- For a crispy outer layer, you can bread the balls in flour, egg, and breadcrumbs before frying.
- You can also bake the balls in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- For a healthier option, you can bake the balls instead of frying them.
- You can add your favorite spices to the mixture, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
Enjoy your delicious and easy-to-make Sausage & Hash Brown Balls!