Heart-Healthy Prawn Paste Balls
Delight your taste buds with Heart-Healthy Prawn Paste Balls, a nutritious and flavorful twist on the classic seafood appetizer. Packed with fresh, protein-rich prawns, fragrant garlic and ginger, and aromatic cilantro, these bite-sized treats are bursting with flavor. The recipe uses heart-friendly ingredients like low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, and whole-grain breadcrumbs to keep things light without compromising on taste. What’s more, these prawn paste balls are pan-fried in a lightly sprayed non-stick skillet, making them a guilt-free indulgence. Perfect for any occasion, they’re ready in just 35 minutes and pair beautifully with your favorite dipping sauce for a wholesome and satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh prawns, peeled and deveined
- 1 from a large egg Egg white
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, finely grated
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground white pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 60 grams Whole-grain breadcrumbs
- as needed Olive oil spray
Instructions
Rinse the fresh prawns under cold water, then pat them dry with a paper towel. Chop them finely or pulse them in a food processor until you achieve a paste-like consistency.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the prawn paste with the egg white, minced garlic, grated ginger, low-sodium soy sauce, chopped cilantro, cornstarch, ground white pepper, and sesame oil. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Spread the whole-grain breadcrumbs on a small plate. Form the prawn mixture into small balls, roughly the size of a walnut, then gently roll each ball in the breadcrumbs to coat completely.
Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly spray the skillet with olive oil spray.
Place the prawn balls in the skillet, taking care not to overcrowd the pan. Cook them in batches if necessary. Cook for about 7-8 minutes, turning frequently, until they are golden brown on all sides and cooked through.
Once cooked, transfer the prawn paste balls to a serving platter. Serve warm with a side of your choice of heart-healthy dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
924 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.9 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 975 mg | 325% | |
| Sodium | 2199 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 136.3 g | 273% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 425 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1553 mg | 33% | |
*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.
