Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of shrimp balls, a perfect appetizer that combines tender shrimp with aromatic garlic and ginger. These bite-sized treats are versatile enough for any occasion – whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a casual weeknight meal. The light crunch from frying enhances the juicy shrimp inside, making them irresistible. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce or serve on a bed of greens for an elevated experience. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, these shrimp balls are sure to become a household favorite.
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 food processor, chop the peeled shrimp until finely minced.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the minced shrimp with beaten egg, breadcrumbs, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Form the mixture into approximately 20–24 small balls.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the shrimp balls for about 3–4 minutes until golden brown on all sides.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg