Crispy Shrimp Balls
Delightful and versatile shrimp balls with a crispy exterior and juicy, flavorful shrimp inside, perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg, beaten
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Add shrimp, breadcrumbs, green onions, parsley, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper into a food processor. Pulse until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small balls.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Carefully place shrimp balls into the hot oil, frying for about 4-5 minutes per batch, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain the shrimp balls on paper towels and serve hot.
Notes
For a healthier twist, consider baking instead of frying at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes. To retain freshness, store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 balls
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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