Crispy Fried Shrimp Balls
Crispy Fried Shrimp Balls are a popular Cantonese dish that features succulent shrimp wrapped in a crispy and flavorful coating. These delicious shrimp balls make a perfect appetizer or main dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Take each shrimp and coat it in cornstarch, then dip it in the beaten eggs, and finally coat it with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat the oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Fry the shrimp balls in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
- Remove the shrimp balls from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve the crispy fried shrimp balls hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 180 per serving
- Protein
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Deep pan Tongs Paper towels
Tools
Frying thermometer
Serving suggestions
Serve the crispy fried shrimp balls with a side of sweet chili sauce or soy sauce for dipping.
Tips & tricks
For extra crunch, you can double-coat the shrimp balls by dipping them in the beaten eggs and breadcrumb mixture twice before frying.
Cost
$12