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Ingredients
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Boudin Balls
House-Made Ranch
Method
Boudin Balls
- 1
Prepare the mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the boudin sausage, cooked rice, chopped green onions, eggs, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- 2
Form the balls
Using your hands, form the mixture into small balls about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
- 4
Fry the boudin balls
In a large heavy pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry the boudin balls in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pot, until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Remove them with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
House-Made Ranch
- 5
Mix the ranch dressing
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- 6
Chill the ranch
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the ranch dressing for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.