Description
Shrimp Balls are a delightful bite-sized treat that combines the natural sweetness of shrimp with savory spices, making them an irresistible appetizer or main dish. Perfect for gatherings, casual dinners, or parties, these crispy-on-the-outside and juicy-on-the-inside morsels will impress seafood lovers and newcomers alike. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation steps, this Shrimp Balls Recipe is ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a food processor, pulse the shrimp until finely chopped but not puréed.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped shrimp with beaten egg, panko breadcrumbs, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
- Using your hands, form the mixture into balls about 1 inch in diameter.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat until hot (about 350°F).
- Fry the shrimp balls in batches until golden brown on all sides (about 3–4 minutes). Use a slotted spoon to remove them and drain on paper towels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 120mg