Whole30 Prawn Paste Balls
Elevate your Whole30 meal plan with these irresistible Whole30 Prawn Paste Balls—packed with flavor and perfect for any occasion. Made from a blend of fresh prawns, aromatic ginger, garlic, and green onion, these tender bite-sized delights are lightly seasoned with coconut aminos and sesame oil for an umami-forward punch that's entirely diet-compliant. Arrowroot powder ensures a delicate texture, while a quick skillet sear delivers golden, crispy perfection. Ready in just 35 minutes, these savory morsels make an amazing appetizer, snack, or protein-packed addition to your next meal. Pair them with your favorite Whole30 dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing dish that's gluten-free, dairy-free, and full of wholesome goodness!
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Recipe Information
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)
Instructions
Place the raw prawns in a food processor and pulse until a smooth paste forms.
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.
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.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the avocado or coconut oil.
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.
Remove from the skillet and drain on a paper towel to remove any excess oil.
Serve the prawn paste balls warm, ideally with a side of your favorite Whole30 compliant dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
957 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.6 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 945 mg | 315% | |
| Sodium | 2229 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 124.1 g | 248% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 374 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1417 mg | 30% | |
*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.
