Description
Shrimp Balls are a delicious and versatile dish that combines the sweetness of fresh shrimp with savory seasonings and a crispy exterior. This easy-to-follow Shrimp Balls Recipe is perfect for any occasion—whether as a crowd-pleasing appetizer at parties or a satisfying main course during family dinners. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can whip up these delightful bites that are bursting with flavor and sure to impress. Paired with your favorite dipping sauces or served alongside rice or noodles, these shrimp balls are an irresistible treat everyone will love.
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
Instructions
- In a food processor, coarsely grind the raw shrimp.
- Transfer to a mixing bowl and add breadcrumbs, egg, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Wet your hands and shape the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the shrimp balls in batches for about 4–5 minutes until golden brown on all sides. Drain on paper towels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Shrimp Ball (30g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg