Crispy Shrimp Balls
Delightful shrimp balls that are crispy on the outside and bursting with flavor inside, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
- 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 and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Combine shrimp, breadcrumbs, green onions, parsley, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Pulse until the mixture is well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small balls, about one inch in diameter.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat until it’s shimmering.
- Fry the shrimp balls in the hot oil for about 4-5 minutes, cooking until they are golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
Notes
Serve with a tangy dipping sauce, such as sweet chili or zesty garlic aioli. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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