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Crispy Shrimp Balls

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These crispy shrimp balls are an easy homemade appetizer featuring a crunchy panko coating and a juicy shrimp filling, perfect for impressing guests at any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 stalks green onions, finely chopped
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (about 100 g)
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour (about 60 g)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Prepare the shrimp: peel and devein if needed, rinse under cold water, pat dry, and roughly chop into smaller pieces.
  2. Pulse shrimp in a food processor 6-8 times until finely minced but not pureed, maintaining some texture.
  3. Transfer minced shrimp to a large bowl. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
  4. Crack in the egg and mix thoroughly to bind the mixture.
  5. Lightly flour your hands. Scoop about 1 tablespoon (15 g) of shrimp mixture and roll into a tight ball about 1 inch in diameter. Repeat until all mixture is used (about 20-24 balls).
  6. Place flour in one shallow bowl and panko breadcrumbs in another. Roll each shrimp ball first in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in beaten egg wash, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
  7. Pour vegetable oil into a deep frying pan or wok to a depth of about 2 inches. Heat over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
  8. Fry shrimp balls in batches, avoiding crowding. Cook for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
  9. Use a slotted spoon to transfer shrimp balls to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  10. Serve warm immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

Maintain oil temperature at 350°F (175°C) for best crispiness. Do not over-process shrimp to keep texture. Use panko breadcrumbs for crunch. Wet hands with water when shaping balls to prevent sticking. For a healthier option, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes, turning halfway. Shrimp balls can be shaped and frozen before frying; fry from frozen adding 1-2 minutes to cooking time.

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