Vegetarian Boudin Balls

Savor the rich, savory flavors of the South with these irresistible Vegetarian Boudin Balls—a plant-based twist on a classic Louisiana favorite. Packed with a hearty blend of cremini mushrooms, mashed red kidney beans, and perfectly seasoned white rice, these crispy, golden bites deliver all the Cajun flair without the meat. Aromatic vegetables like onion, celery, and green bell pepper add a robust depth of flavor, while a hint of cayenne and thyme provides just the right kick. Coated in a crunchy breadcrumb crust and fried to perfection, these vegetarian boudin balls are a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack. Serve them warm alongside your favorite dipping sauces for a deliciously satisfying treat that even meat lovers will enjoy. Perfect for parties, game day, or a taste of New Orleans at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Long grain white rice
• 2 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 Celery stalks, finely chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 8 ounces Cremini mushrooms, finely chopped
• 15 ounces Red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 Eggs, beaten
• 2 cups Breadcrumbs
• 3 cups Vegetable oil, for frying

Directions

Step 1

Step 1: Rinse the rice under cold water until water runs clear. In a medium pot, bring vegetable broth to a boil, then add the rinsed rice. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until rice is tender. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 2

Step 2: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.

Step 3

Step 3: Add minced garlic and chopped cremini mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until mushrooms are tender.

Step 4

Step 4: Transfer the drained kidney beans to a large bowl. Use a fork or potato masher to coarsely mash the beans, leaving some chunks for texture.

Step 5

Step 5: Combine the cooked rice, sautéed vegetables, soy sauce, paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, salt, and black pepper in the bowl with the mashed beans. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.

Step 6

Step 6: Form the mixture into 1.5-inch balls, pressing firmly to ensure they hold their shape.

Step 7

Step 7: Place the flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs into three separate shallow bowls. Roll each ball first in flour, then dip in the eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.

Step 8

Step 8: In a deep fryer or large pot, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Gently drop a few balls at a time into the hot oil, frying for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to transfer cooked boudin balls to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 9

Step 9: Serve warm with your choice of dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2910.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8703.6

Total Fat 767.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 111.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 370mg	0%
Sodium 9126.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 401.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.8g	0%
Total Sugars 40.1g
Protein 101.4g	0%

Vitamin D 95.9IU	0%
Calcium 570.3mg	0%
Iron 31.6mg	0%
Potassium 4392.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.5%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 18.0%