Whole30 Prawn Paste Balls

Transform your mealtime with these irresistible Whole30 Prawn Paste Balls, a high-protein, gluten-free delight that's bursting with flavor. Made with fresh, nutrient-rich prawns blended into a silky paste and seasoned with aromatic ingredients like garlic, ginger, and green onion, these bite-sized treats pack a punch of umami thanks to coconut aminos and a touch of sesame oil. Bound together with arrowroot powder and egg white, these tender, juicy morsels are pan-seared to golden perfection in avocado or coconut oil, ensuring a crisp outer layer while keeping the inside wonderfully moist. Ready in just 35 minutes, these prawn balls are perfect as an appetizer, snack, or main course when paired with a Whole30-compliant dipping sauce. A crowd-pleaser for any gathering, they deliver a healthy, paleo-friendly option without sacrificing indulgent flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams raw prawns, peeled and deveined
• 1 large egg white
• 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder
• 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
• 1 teaspoon ginger, finely grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons green onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil (avocado or coconut oil)

Directions

Step 1

Place the raw prawns in a food processor and pulse until a smooth paste forms.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the prawn paste with egg white, arrowroot powder, coconut aminos, grated ginger, garlic, green onion, sesame oil, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all the ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 3

Using damp hands, take approximately a tablespoon of the prawn mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat until all mixture is used. You should get about 16 balls.

Step 4

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the avocado or coconut oil.

Step 5

Once the oil is hot, add the prawn paste balls to the skillet, ensuring they're not overcrowded. Cook on each side for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 6

Remove from the skillet and drain on a paper towel to remove any excess oil.

Step 7

Serve the prawn paste balls warm, ideally with a side of your favorite Whole30 compliant dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(618.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	956.7

Total Fat 43.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 945mg	0%
Sodium 2229.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g	0%
Total Sugars 3.4g
Protein 124.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 373.9mg	0%
Iron 2.2mg	0%
Potassium 1417.4mg	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: 40.4%

Protein: 51.1%

Carbs: 8.6%