FRIED SHRIMP BALLS
Introducing our mouthwatering Fried Shrimp Balls, a beloved Chinese appetizer often featured on Dim Sum menus. Each bite reveals a delightful contrast – moist and tender shrimp filling encased in crispy spring roll wrapper strips, fried to a golden perfection. Get ready to savor the irresistible combination of flavors and textures in every bite!
These Fried Shrimp Balls are a beloved dim sum classic, bursting with flavor. Serve them alongside sweet chili sauce to recreate the authentic Chinese dim sum experience right in your own kitchen. Here are the ingredients that you need:
- Large Shrimps
- Garlic
- Egg roll wrapper
- Soy sauce
- Oyster sauce
- Sugar
- Sesame oil
- Cornstarch
WHICH TYPE OF SHRIMP SHOULD I USE?
In this recipe, the size of the shrimp doesn’t matter. I prefer using king sized shrimps by blending them in a food processor rather than chopping them by hand.
TIPS FOR PERFECTING THESE SHRIMP BALLS
- Shrimp: Whether fresh or frozen, ensure they’re fully thawed and patted dry. Small to medium-sized shrimp work well.
- Seasonings: Garlic, sugar, soy sauce, and oyster sauce provide depth of flavor to the shrimp mixture.
- Binding Agent: Cornstarch or potato starch helps bind and moisten the mixture. Cornstarch is used here but potato starch works too.
- Oil: Opt for a neutral oil like vegetable or canola with a high smoke point for frying. Mince Shrimp: Hand-chop or use a food processor to finely chop the shrimp, aiming for texture rather than a paste.
- Chill the Mixture: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors and ease shaping. Hot Oil: Heat to 350°F (175°C) for crispy, evenly cooked shrimp balls.
- Fry in Batches: Avoid overcrowding the pan for consistent frying and temperature maintenance.
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FRIED SHRIMP BALLS
Ingredients
- 14 large shrimps
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 4 sheet egg roll wrapper
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Start by blending the shrimps and garlic together in a food processor.
- Cut the egg roll wrappers into strips.
- Combine the shrimp, garlic, seasonings and shape into balls and wrap them in the egg rolls.
- Fry in hot frying oil until golden brown and crispy
- Serve with sweet chili sauce!