Shrimp Balls Appetizer (Printable Recipe)

Savory, crunchy shrimp balls perfect for parties, snacks, or light meals—ready in just 30 minutes.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Shrimp Ball Mixture

01 - 250 g shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 egg
03 - 2 spring onions, finely chopped
04 - 1 garlic clove, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
06 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
07 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch
08 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ For Frying

09 - Vegetable oil, for deep frying

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Place the shrimp in a food processor and pulse until a sticky paste forms.
02 - Add the egg, spring onions, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Pulse until fully combined.
03 - Scoop the mixture out and form small balls about the size of a walnut.
04 - Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
05 - Gently place the shrimp balls into the oil in batches, avoiding overcrowding. Fry for 4–5 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
06 - Remove shrimp balls and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with dipping sauces such as sweet chili, garlic mayo, or soy-sesame dip.

# Extra Tips:

01 - For extra bounce, stir the shrimp paste vigorously in one direction before shaping.
02 - You can freeze raw shrimp balls on a tray, store them in a freezer bag for up to 3 months, and fry straight from frozen.
03 - Substitute half of the shrimp with white fish or scallops for variation.
04 - Use a small ice cream scoop or wet hands to shape evenly sized balls.
05 - Double the batch and keep uncooked mixture in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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