Description
Crispy shrimp balls are an irresistible treat that elevate any gathering. Perfectly crunchy on the outside and bursting with juicy shrimp flavor, these delights pair beautifully with a sweet and spicy chili sauce. Whether served as appetizers or as a unique salad topping, they are sure to impress your guests and create lasting memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3 green onions, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- ½ cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Chop the shrimp into fine pieces for even texture.
- In a bowl, mix chopped shrimp, garlic, green onions, panko breadcrumbs, and egg until sticky.
- With wet hands, form mixture into golf ball-sized balls.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry shrimp balls for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a small bowl, combine sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice for dipping.
- Serve warm with the sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 shrimp balls (90g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 140mg