Deep Fried Cheese Balls

• 1/2 lb cheddar cheese, grated
• 6 ounces shrimp, peeled and chopped
• 1 1/2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon jalapeno chile, seeded and chopped (canned or fresh)
• 1 pinch chili powder
• vegetable oil (for frying)
• 1 cup flour
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 - 1 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (for rolling cheese balls)

1. In a medium bowl mix together cheese, shrimp, cilantro, chilies and chili powder. Form into 3/4-inch balls. Set aside.
2. Heat oil in a heavy saucepan or deep fryer to 350-degrees F.
3. Combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder and salt in a pie pan or shallow dish.
4. Make a well in center of flour mixture and add water and 2 tablespoons oil, whisk to combine.
5. In another pie pan pour in breadcrumbs.
6. Dip cheese balls in batter, roll in breadcrumbs and then deep fry in batches.
7. Drain on paper towels.

cheddar cheese, shrimp, cilantro, jalapeno chile, chili powder, vegetable oil, flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, water, vegetable oil, breadcrumbs

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/deep-fried-cheese-balls-103350 (may not work)