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Crispy Prawn Balls

Cultural Context

Crispy Prawn Balls are a popular appetizer in many Asian cuisines, particularly in Chinese and Thai cooking. They are often served at celebrations and gatherings, symbolizing good fortune and prosperity. Today, variations can be found worldwide, adapting to local tastes and ingredients, making them a beloved snack in many cultures.

AsianUSappetizer
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1½ cups cleaned small prawns
Salt to taste
1½ tsps onion powder
1½ tsps garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
2 tbsps chopped parsley leaves
1 large potato, boiled, peeled and mashed
2-3 tbsps dried breadcrumbs
Oil for greasing + for deep frying
Corn flour-refined flour slurry for coating
Panko breadcrumbs as required
Mustard mayo to serve
Salad to serve

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while cornmeal is often less expensive.

prawns

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: surimi

Chicken breast is lower in fat, while surimi is a cost-effective seafood alternative.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is usually cheaper.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko offers a lighter texture, while crushed crackers can be more affordable.

1

Put the prawns in a processor. Add salt, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and process to a coarse paste. Transfer into a large bowl. Add parsley leaves, potatoes and dried bread crumbs and mix till well combined.

2

Grease your palms with some oil and take a portion of the mixture and shape it into a ball.

3

Dip the ball into the corn flour-refined flour slurry and coat with panko bread crumbs.

4

Heat sufficient oil in a kadai. Gently slide in the balls a few at a time and deep fry till golden brown and crisp. Drain on an absorbent paper.

5

Arrange the crispy prawn balls on a serving plate and serve hot with mustard mayo and salad.

Cooking Techniques

choppingmixingfrying

Equipment Needed

processorkadai

Spice Level:

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Allergens

shellfishwheateggs

Also Known As

Prawn FrittersShrimp Balls

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