Shrimp Balls Recipe
🍤 Name: Shrimp Balls
🕒 Cook Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 25 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 40 minutes
📜 Description: Dive into the deliciousness of homemade Shrimp Balls with this recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. These delightful Asian-inspired treats are bursting with flavor and are perfect for any occasion.
🍽️ Recipe Category: Chinese
🔍 Keywords: Asian, High Protein, High In…, < 60 Mins
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Raw shrimp |
| 1/4 | Ground pork |
| 1 | Dry sherry |
| 1 | Light soy sauce |
| 1 | Sugar |
| 1/2 | Salt |
| 1 | Cornstarch |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 117.3
- Fat Content: 3.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 99.7mg
- Sodium Content: 366.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 2.3g
- Fiber Content: 0g
- Sugar Content: 0.6g
- Protein Content: 15.4g
Yield:
8-10 shrimp balls
Instructions:
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Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients except oil. Ensure that the mixture is well incorporated.
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Form Balls: Take the mixture and form it into walnut-sized balls. This step ensures uniformity in cooking and presentation.
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Deep Fry: Heat oil in a deep fryer to 350ºF. Carefully place the shrimp balls into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
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Prepare Shrimp Toast (Optional): If you’re making shrimp toast, take sliced white bread and cut it into quarters.
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Spread Mixture: Spread the shrimp mixture onto the bread, ensuring it’s thinner at the edges to allow for even frying.
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Deep Fry Toast: Deep fry the prepared shrimp toast in the same oil at 350ºF until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
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Adjust Heat (if needed): Keep an eye on the frying process. If you find that the shrimp balls or toast are browning too quickly, reduce the heat to about 325ºF to prevent burning.
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Drain and Serve: Once cooked, carefully remove the shrimp balls or toast from the oil and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil. Serve hot and enjoy the crispy, flavorful goodness!
Notes:
- These Shrimp Balls are perfect for serving as appetizers at parties or as a tasty snack any time of day.
- Experiment with dipping sauces like sweet chili sauce or soy sauce mixed with a splash of rice vinegar for added flavor.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best results.
