Creamy fried bombs

Here’s a full, detailed recipe for Creamy Fried Bombs—crispy on the outside and soft, creamy on the inside. These are often made as cheese-and-potato bombs (very popular and easy), but I’ll also give variations at the end.

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🧀 Creamy Fried Bombs (Cheese & Potato)

⏱ Time

• Prep: 20 minutes

• Frying: 10 minutes

• Total: ~30 minutes

🍽 Serves

• 10–12 bombs

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📝 Ingredients

For the filling:

• 2 large potatoes (boiled & mashed)

• ½ cup mozzarella cheese (grated)

• ¼ cup cream cheese (softened)

• 2 tbsp fresh cream (optional, extra creaminess)

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)

• ½ tsp garlic powder (or minced garlic)

• Salt to taste

• 1 tbsp chopped coriander or parsley (optional)

For coating:

• ½ cup all-purpose flour

• ½ cup water (to make slurry)

• 1 cup bread crumbs (or crushed cornflakes)

For frying:

• Oil (enough for deep frying)

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👩‍🍳 Directions (Step by Step)

1️⃣ Prepare the Filling

1. Boil potatoes until fork-tender.

2. Peel and mash them smoothly (no lumps).

3. Add mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, fresh cream, salt, pepper, chili flakes, garlic, and herbs.

4. Mix well until creamy and thick.

5. Chill the mixture for 10 minutes (important for easy shaping).

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2️⃣ Shape the Bombs

1. Take a small portion of the mixture.

2. Roll into a smooth ball (about golf-ball size).

3. Repeat until all mixture is used.

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3️⃣ Prepare Coating

1. In a bowl, mix flour and water to make a smooth slurry (not too thick).

2. Keep bread crumbs in a separate bowl.

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4️⃣ Coat the Bombs

1. Dip each ball into flour slurry.

2. Roll in bread crumbs until fully coated.

3. For extra crispiness, repeat the slurry + crumbs once more.

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5️⃣ Frying

1. Heat oil on medium heat.

2. Carefully drop bombs into hot oil.

3. Fry until golden brown and crispy (2–3 minutes).

4. Remove and drain on paper towels.

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✅ Serving Suggestions

• Serve hot with:

  • Ketchup

  • Garlic mayo

  • Chili sauce

  • Cheese dip

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🔥 Tips for Perfect Bombs

• Do not fry on high heat—they may burst.

• Chilling before frying helps keep them firm.

• Use mozzarella for best cheese pull.

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🌟 Variations

• Chicken Creamy Bombs: Add cooked shredded chicken to filling.

• Veg Bombs: Add sweet corn, capsicum, or olives.

• Spicy Bombs: Add chopped green chilies or hot sauce.

• Air Fryer: Brush with oil, air fry at 180°C for 10–12 minutes.

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