Description
Shrimp Balls are a mouthwatering treat that combines the sweetness of fresh shrimp with a crispy, golden-brown exterior. Perfect for any occasion, these bite-sized delights can be served as appetizers at parties or as a satisfying addition to your dinner table. Featuring a blend of aromatic ingredients like garlic, ginger, and green onions, this Shrimp Balls Recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit various tastes. Whether you choose to fry or bake them, these shrimp balls promise to impress your family and friends with their delicious flavor and appealing texture.
Ingredients
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 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
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, chop the shrimp into smaller pieces.
- Add breadcrumbs, beaten egg, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined.
- Wet your hands slightly and form the mixture into balls about one tablespoon in size.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Fry the shrimp balls in batches until golden brown on all sides (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 shrimp balls (90g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 120mg