Turkish Shrimp Balls
Delight your taste buds with these flavorful Turkish Shrimp Balls—a Mediterranean-inspired treat that perfectly combines tender shrimp, aromatic herbs, and warm spices. This recipe comes together with a vibrant mix of parsley, dill, and a touch of green chili for a subtle kick, while cumin and paprika lend a deep, earthy flavor profile. Bound together with breadcrumbs and a hint of egg, these bite-sized delights are pan-fried to golden perfection for a crisp exterior and juicy interior. Ready in just 35 minutes, these shrimp balls make for a quick and satisfying appetizer, snack, or even a main course when paired with a fresh salad or warm bread. Don’t forget to serve with lemon wedges for a bright, citrusy finish that enhances every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tablespoons parsley (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons dill (chopped)
- 1 small green chili (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 100 grams breadcrumbs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
- 4 slices lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
In a food processor, pulse the shrimp until finely minced but not pureed.
Transfer the minced shrimp to a large mixing bowl.
Add the finely chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, dill, and green chili to the bowl.
Season the mixture with ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Crack the egg into the bowl and mix well to combine all the ingredients.
Gradually add the breadcrumbs to the mixture, stirring until the mixture holds together and can be easily shaped.
Using your hands, shape the mixture into small balls, about the size of a ping-pong ball.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Fry the shrimp balls in batches, ensuring they do not overcrowd the pan, for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer the cooked shrimp balls to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve the Turkish Shrimp Balls warm with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1442 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.3 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1196 mg | 399% | |
| Sodium | 5046 mg | 219% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.7 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.3 g | ||
| Protein | 144.7 g | 289% | |
| Vitamin D | 23.7 mcg | 118% | |
| Calcium | 402 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 2004 mg | 43% | |
*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.
