Deep Fried Shrimp Balls Recipe

Name: Deep Fried Shrimp Balls Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 slice fresh white bread; 2 tbsp. cool chicken stock; 1 pound raw shrimp; 2 ounce. fresh pork fat; 4 water chestnuts, finely minced; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon finely minced fresh ginger; 1 egg yolk; 1 egg white; 3 c. oil

Servings: persons

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Trim crust from bread and tear bread into small pcs.
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Place in bowl and sprinkle with stock or possibly water.
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Shell and devein shrimp.
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Wash and pat dry.
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Chop shrimp and pork fat together till they form a smooth paste.
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Combine bread, shrimp mix, water chestnuts, salt, ginger and egg yolk and mix thoroughly.
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Beat egg white to a froth with fork and stir into shrimp mix.
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Have shrimp mix, a bowl of cool water, a baking pan lined with double thickness of paper towels and oil within easy reach.
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To cook: Preheat oven to lowest setting.
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Pour 3 c. oil into 12 inch wok or possibly large deep fryer and heat till haze forms above it or possibly it reaches 350 degrees on thermometer.
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Take a handful of the shrimp mix and squeeze fingers into a fist, forcing the mix up between thumb and forefinger.
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When it forms balls about the size of a walnut, use a spoon to scopp off the ball and drop it into the warm oil.
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Repeat till you have made 6 to 8 balls, dipping the spoon into the cool water to prevent sticking.
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Turn the balls with a slotted spoon to keep them apart as they fry.
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They should become golden brown in 2 to 3 min.
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Transfer balls to paper lined baking dish to drain and keep hot in the oven while frying the rest.
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Transfer balls to heated platter and serve.

1822

kcal

Calories

187

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 slice fresh white bread, 2 tbsp. cool chicken stock, 1 pound raw shrimp, 2 ounce. fresh pork fat, and more.

Yes, Deep Fried Shrimp Balls Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Deep Fried Shrimp Balls Recipe

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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