Description
These Crispy Shrimp Balls are a delicious Asian-inspired appetizer featuring finely minced shrimp mixed with flavorful seasonings, coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs, and deep-fried until golden brown. Served with a sweet chili dipping sauce, they make a perfect party snack or side dish.
Ingredients
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For the Shrimp Balls:
- 1 lb (450g) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 egg white
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (for coating)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (for rolling)
- Oil for frying
For the Sweet Chili Sauce:
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare the Shrimp Mixture:
- In a food processor, pulse the shrimp until finely minced.
- Transfer to a bowl and mix in garlic, green onion, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, egg white, cornstarch, salt, and white pepper.
- Stir until well combined and sticky.
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Shape and Coat the Shrimp Balls:
- With damp hands, shape the mixture into small balls (about 1-inch diameter).
- Roll each ball in panko breadcrumbs for a crispy coating.
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Fry the Shrimp Balls:
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry shrimp balls in batches for 3–4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove and drain on a paper towel.
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Make the Sweet Chili Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and soy sauce.
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Serve:
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over the shrimp balls if desired.
- Serve hot with the dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, double coat the shrimp balls by dipping them in beaten egg before rolling in panko.
- For baking: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- For an air-fryer version: Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 shrimp balls
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 120mg