Gluten-Free Shrimp Balls For Spring
A delicious and easy recipe for crunchy shrimp balls that are perfect for spring gatherings and game nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the shrimp, gluten-free breadcrumbs, green onions, cilantro, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pulse until the mixture is well combined but still slightly chunky.
- Form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the shrimp balls in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
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Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the mixture.
- These shrimp balls can be made ahead of time and frozen before frying.
- Serve with sweet chili sauce or a tangy dipping sauce for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 shrimp balls
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 100mg