Best Fried Shrimp Balls

I’ve been trying different shrimp recipes, and this one by nicky everyday meal definitely stood out. It’s the best fried shrimp balls I have ever tasted. The outside is so crispy, and it’s well-seasoned. Dip it in the sauce, and you have the perfect appetizer and snack. This finger food is just so good – you won’t stop eating it until there is nothing left.

Ingredients:

• 15 to 18 pieces of shrimp (peeled)
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• cooking oil
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup of cornstarch
• 2/3 to 1 cup of cornstarch

For the sauce:

• 1/2 cup of mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon of ketchup
• 1 tablespoon of water
• 1 teaspoon of vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon of paprika powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder

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Instructions:

Step 1:

Slice the shrimp in half, and set the bottom half aside. Slice the top part into small pieces and place them on a food processor or grinder. Blend until it turns into a paste, then transfer to a bowl.

Step 2:

Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper to the minced shrimp. Mix until well combined.

Step 3:

Get 2 shallow or pasta bowls. Beat the egg in the first one, then put the breadcrumbs into the other. Get a small bowl and fill it with water.

Step 4:

Dip your hands into the water and get a half tablespoon of seasoned minced shrimp. Flatten it out into a circle, then place one bottom half shrimp. Form the minced shrimp into a ball, coat in flour, dip into the egg wash, then coat with the breadcrumbs. Repeat with the remaining shrimps.

Step 5:

Pour a generous amount of oil into a frying pot and place over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, put the shrimp balls in. Fry until crispy and golden brown.

Step 6:

Make the sauce. In a bowl, combine all ingredients.

Step 7:

Serve the shrimp balls with the sauce. Enjoy!

Best Fried Shrimp Balls