Description
Crispy shrimp balls are a delightful fusion of crunchy texture and savory flavor, perfect for any gathering. Each bite reveals a succulent shrimp filling, complemented by a sweet and tangy chili sauce that will leave your taste buds dancing. These easy-to-make appetizers are not only a hit with friends and family but also versatile enough to serve as snacks or salad toppings. Follow this simple recipe to create the ultimate crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh or frozen shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 green onions, chopped (white and green parts)
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce (for dipping)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Finely chop the shrimp or pulse in a food processor until coarsely ground.
- In a bowl, combine ground shrimp, breadcrumbs, garlic, green onions, salt, pepper, and beaten eggs until well mixed.
- Form small balls (about 1-inch in diameter) from the mixture and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat until hot.
- Fry shrimp balls in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain excess oil on paper towels and serve immediately with sweet chili sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 shrimp balls (70g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added variety, substitute shrimp with crab or include fresh herbs like cilantro. A dash of lime juice can enhance the flavors beautifully. Ensure oil is hot before frying for maximum crispiness.