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Shrimp Balls

Shrimp Balls Recipe

Isabella Martinez
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Asian-Inspired, American
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb raw shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs preferably panko
  • 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
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch optional, for binding
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Shrimp Mixture
  • Roughly chop the shrimp or pulse in a food processor.
  • In a bowl, combine shrimp, breadcrumbs, egg, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Add cilantro and cornstarch if needed.
  • Mix gently until combined.
  • Form the Balls
  • Wet hands lightly.
  • Roll mixture into 1 to 1.5-inch balls (20–25 pieces).
  • Cook the Shrimp Balls
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Fry shrimp balls in batches, 3–4 minutes per side.
  • Remove and drain on paper towels.
  • Serve
  • Serve hot with sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, or lemon aioli.