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Shrimp Balls Recipe

Shrimp Balls Recipe


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  • Author: Samia
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Description

Delight your taste buds with this Shrimp Balls Recipe, a perfect blend of succulent shrimp and savory seasonings wrapped in a crispy exterior. Easy to make, these flavorful bites are ideal for parties, holiday gatherings, or a quick weeknight dinner. Each ball is infused with fresh herbs, garlic, and ginger, making them irresistible to seafood lovers. Whether served as appetizers or part of a main course, these shrimp balls promise to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Enjoy them with a variety of dipping sauces for an elevated experience!


Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, pulse the shrimp with garlic and ginger until coarsely chopped.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the shrimp mixture with green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, black pepper, and cornstarch (if using). Mix well.
  3. Form small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) from the mixture and roll each in breadcrumbs.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry shrimp balls until golden brown (about 4–5 minutes per batch).
  5. Drain on paper towels before serving with your favorite dipping sauces.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg