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Chinese Shrimp Balls Recipe

Chinese Shrimp Balls Recipe

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Delight your taste buds with these Chinese Shrimp Balls, a crispy and flavorful appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion. These shrimp balls are packed with a combination of fresh shrimp, aromatic ginger, and savory soy sauce, creating a delightful burst of flavors in every bite. Whether you serve them as a starter or as part of a main meal, they are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Ingredients

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Shrimp Balls:

  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 egg white
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Shrimp Mixture: Place the shrimp in a food processor and pulse until finely minced. Combine with green onions, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, egg white, white pepper, and salt.
  2. Form the Shrimp Balls: Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls using wet hands.
  3. Fry the Shrimp Balls: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet, then fry the shrimp balls until golden and cooked through.
  4. Serve: Drain the shrimp balls on paper towels and serve hot with dipping sauce.

Notes

  • You can opt to steam the shrimp balls for a healthier alternative.
  • For added texture, consider incorporating chopped water chestnuts into the mixture.
  • Enjoy as an appetizer or pair with rice for a complete meal.

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