Crispy Shrimp Balls (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

02 - ½ cup panko breadcrumbs

03 - 1 beaten egg

04 - ¼ cup finely chopped green onions

05 - 2 cloves minced garlic

06 - 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger

07 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce

08 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil

09 - ½ teaspoon salt

10 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

→ Optional Ingredients

11 - ¼ cup chopped cilantro

12 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch for binding

→ For Cooking

13 - Vegetable oil for frying

# Instructions:

01 - Roughly chop raw shrimp into small pieces, or pulse briefly in food processor for finer texture.

02 - Combine chopped shrimp with breadcrumbs, egg, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Add cornstarch if needed for binding.

03 - With slightly wet hands, roll mixture into 1-1.5 inch balls (about 20-25 total).

04 - Heat oil in large pan over medium-high heat. Fry shrimp balls in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.

# Notes:

01 - Can be served as appetizer or main dish

02 - Make sure not to overprocess shrimp

03 - Don't overcrowd pan when frying

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