Beef, Ham And Shrimp Balls (Dominican Republic)

1. 1

   Put the ground beef, ham, shrimp, onion, garlic, salt & pepper, red pepper flakes through the finest blade of a meat grinder, or chop everything as fine as possible and combine in a bowl.

2. 2

   Add the 2 eggs, one a time, mixing thoroughly.

3. 3

   Coarsely crumble enough saltine crackers to make about 1 1/2 cups, then crush with a rolling pin.

4. 4

   Mix the crackers, half a cup at a time, into the meat mixture with a wooden spoon, until the texture is smooth.

5. 5

   It should not be sloppy, but firm enough to hold its shape.

6. 6

   Next fold in the peas gently.

7. 7

   Roll the meat mixture into 1 inch balls.

8. 8

   Add the balls to a pan of water enough to cover the balls, sliced onion and a bay leaf.

9. 9

   Bring to a boil.

10. 10

    Then simmer for about 20 minutes.

11. 11

    Serve hot or cold.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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