Prawn Paste Balls
Discover the irresistible allure of these golden, crispy Prawn Paste Balls—an easy yet impressive dish perfect for appetizers, party platters, or a delicious snack. Made with fresh prawns blended into a flavorful paste and combined with aromatic spring onions, a touch of sesame oil, and a hint of white pepper, these savory delights boast a tender bite wrapped in a crunchy exterior. Quickly deep-fried to perfection, they pair beautifully with your favorite dipping sauce. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this recipe is a must-try for seafood lovers looking to create restaurant-quality bites in their own kitchen. Search no further for the ultimate guide to making delicious homemade prawn balls—your next crowd-pleaser awaits!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g fresh prawns, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 large egg white
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 0.5 tsp white pepper
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp spring onions, finely chopped
- 500 ml vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
Start by roughly chopping the prawns and then place them into a food processor. Pulse until they form a paste-like consistency.
Transfer the prawn paste into a mixing bowl. Add the cornstarch, egg white, sesame oil, soy sauce, white pepper, sugar, and finely chopped spring onions. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
Cover the mixture and refrigerate for about 15 minutes. This helps it firm up and makes it easier to form into balls.
Take the chilled prawn mixture out of the refrigerator. Using your hands lightly coated with some water to prevent sticking, shape the mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. To test if the oil is hot enough for frying, drop a small piece of the prawn mixture into the oil. If it sizzles and rises to the surface, the oil is ready.
Carefully lower the prawn balls into the hot oil using a slotted spoon, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry each batch for about 5-7 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Using the slotted spoon, remove the cooked prawn balls and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5148 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 515.4 g | 661% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.5 g | 362% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 975 mg | 325% | |
| Sodium | 1374 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 125.4 g | 251% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 369 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1478 mg | 31% | |
*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.
