Artichoke Balls Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and finely chopped
• 1 cup cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs
• Vegetable oil for frying
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons sour cream
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional for garnish)