Kalabasa and Corned Beef Nuggets

Ingredients for Kalabasa and Corned Beef Nuggets

• 12 ounces corned beef
• 2 cups grated kalabasa
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup breadcrumbs, for the mixture
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, for coating
• 2 1/2 cups cooking oil

How to cook Kalabasa and Corned Beef Nuggets

1. 1.Grate the kalabasa finely, then combine it with the corned beef in a bowl.
2. 2.Mix in the egg, garlic powder, pepper, salt, and 1 cup breadcrumbs until cohesive; add a little more breadcrumbs only if very sticky.
3. 3.Heat the oil in a deep pot over medium heat.
4. 4.Shape 2 tablespoons of mixture into each nugget and coat thoroughly with the remaining breadcrumbs.
5. 5.Fry in batches until both sides are golden brown, then drain on paper towels and serve with a dipping sauce.