Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of shrimp balls, a perfect blend of fresh shrimp and aromatic spices that come together in a crispy, golden bite. This easy-to-make appetizer is ideal for any occasion, from casual family dinners to festive gatherings. With a juicy center packed with flavor from garlic, ginger, and soy sauce, these shrimp balls are sure to impress your guests. They can be served as standalone appetizers or paired with dipping sauces for an elevated experience. Whether fried or baked, you can customize them with your favorite herbs and spices to create a dish that suits your palate perfectly!
Ingredients
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Pulse the peeled shrimp in a food processor until finely chopped.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped shrimp with breadcrumbs, beaten egg, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
- Form small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) using your hands.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat until hot.
- Fry the shrimp balls for about 3–4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- Serve warm with dipping sauces like sweet chili or soy sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg