Cocktail Shrimp Balls

Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Cocktail Shrimp Balls are the ultimate bite-sized appetizer that’s sure to impress at any gathering. Made with tender, juicy shrimp blended with aromatic notes of garlic, green onion, and ginger, these seafood delights are coated in crunchy panko breadcrumbs and fried to perfection. The secret lies in the smooth, sticky shrimp paste that creates a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth texture while maintaining a satisfying crisp exterior. Ready in just 30 minutes, these shrimp balls are ideal for entertaining or as an indulgent snack, served alongside tangy cocktail sauce for the perfect dipping companion. Whether you’re planning a party or looking for an elevated seafood treat, these savory morsels are a surefire crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 stalks Green onion, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 large Egg white
• 100 grams Panko breadcrumbs
• 500 milliliters Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 120 milliliters Cocktail sauce (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a food processor, combine the raw shrimp, minced garlic, green onion, soy sauce, grated ginger, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and egg white.

Step 2

Pulse the mixture until it forms a smooth, sticky paste. Be careful not to over-process.

Step 3

Using wet hands, scoop about 1 tablespoon of the shrimp mixture and shape it into a round ball. Repeat until all the mixture is used up.

Step 4

Spread the panko breadcrumbs on a plate. Roll each shrimp ball in the breadcrumbs until fully coated.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan or pot to 180°C (350°F).

Step 6

Fry the shrimp balls in small batches for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked through.

Step 7

Remove the shrimp balls with a slotted spoon and let them drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 8

Serve the shrimp balls warm with a side of cocktail sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1327.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5358.3

Total Fat 505.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 945mg	0%
Sodium 4417.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g	0%
Total Sugars 23.9g
Protein 140.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 447.8mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 1742.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 81.3%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 8.6%