Pork and Shrimp Asian Meatballs

Elevate your appetizer or main course game with these flavor-packed Pork and Shrimp Asian Meatballs. Delicately crafted with a blend of succulent ground pork and tender, chopped shrimp, these juicy meatballs are infused with the bold flavors of fresh ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Panko breadcrumbs and a lightly beaten egg create the perfect texture, while finely chopped scallions add a touch of zest. Pan-seared to golden perfection, these savory bites are as versatile as they are delicious—serve them over steamed rice, with sautéed vegetables, or alongside a tangy soy-ginger glaze or sweet chili sauce for a crowd-pleasing meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, these Asian-inspired meatballs are an easy and irresistible addition to your recipe collection. Keywords: Pork and Shrimp Meatballs, Asian Meatball Recipe, Easy Appetizer, Flavorful Meatball Recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground pork
• 0.5 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 scallions, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons neutral oil (e.g., vegetable or canola) for cooking

Directions

Step 1

Chop the shrimp into small pieces or pulse them in a food processor until coarsely minced.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, minced shrimp, garlic, ginger, scallions, soy sauce, sesame oil, panko breadcrumbs, egg, and black pepper.

Step 3

Mix the ingredients thoroughly with your hands or a spoon until well combined but not overly compacted.

Step 4

With damp hands, roll the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs. You should get about 16-18 meatballs.

Step 5

Heat the neutral oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 6

Place the meatballs in the skillet in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook in batches if necessary.

Step 7

Cook the meatballs for 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown. Gently turn them and cook for another 3-4 minutes until evenly browned and fully cooked through (internal temperature should reach 160°F/71°C).

Step 8

Remove the cooked meatballs from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 9

Serve the meatballs warm with your choice of dipping sauce, such as soy-ginger glaze or sweet chili sauce, over rice, or with vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(872.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2147.4

Total Fat 144.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 1037.2mg	0%
Sodium 2100.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g	0%
Total Sugars 3.5g
Protein 185.1g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 298.6mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 923.1mg	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: 60.4%

Protein: 34.3%

Carbs: 5.4%