Embark on a culinary journey with our delectable Baked Shrimp Balls, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. These bite-sized morsels, crafted from succulent shrimp, are enveloped in a crispy and golden breadcrumb coating, creating an irresistible contrast between the tender interior and the crunchy exterior. Each shrimp ball is a perfect balance of juicy seafood and savory seasonings, enhanced by a zesty lemon-herb sauce that adds a refreshing touch.
Accompanying the Baked Shrimp Balls are three additional shrimp recipes that showcase the versatility of this versatile ingredient. Dive into the spicy depths of the Szechuan Shrimp, where tender shrimp are coated in a tantalizing sauce that packs a flavorful punch. For a classic with a twist, explore the Crispy Fried Shrimp, a timeless dish elevated with a crispy coating and a flavorful dipping sauce. Last but not least, indulge in the aromatic Garlic Butter Shrimp, where succulent shrimp are sautéed in a luscious garlic butter sauce, resulting in a dish that is both simple and satisfying.
These shrimp recipes cater to a range of palates and preferences, offering something for every seafood lover. Whether you seek a quick and easy weeknight meal or a show-stopping appetizer for your next gathering, these recipes guarantee a culinary experience that will leave you craving more. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a shrimp-tastic culinary adventure!
SHRIMP BALLS
Steps:
- In a medium pot on low heat, cook shrimp with one tablespoon butter. Stir in 1 tablespoon of Louisiana crawfish boil mix. Remove shrimp from heat once warmed or if using raw shrimp cook until the shrimp cook thoroughly. Stir in lemon juice, mix well and set aside.
- p id="instruction-step-2″>2. Chop onion, garlic, and green onion in food processor or chopper.
- p id="instruction-step-3″>3. Using a strainer drain all the liquid from the shrimp, once the liquid is removed then place shrimp in the food processor on top of the chopped vegetables.
- p id="instruction-step-4″>4. Chop the shrimp up into pieces be careful not to make the shrimp mushy; they should be chunky.
- p id="instruction-step-5″>5. Pour the shrimp mixture into a large mixing bowl, add remaining ingredients. Note: I chopped the parsley with a knife.
- p id="instruction-step-6″>6. Mix ingredients well with clean hands or use gloves.
- p id="instruction-step-7″>7. Shape shrimp mixture into golf size balls. Place on a cookie sheet. Should make 13-14 balls.
- p id="instruction-step-8″>8. Roll balls in flour. I stirred in 1 tablespoon of garlic powder into the flour. Heat cooking oil in deep fryer to 325 degrees. Fry 3-4 balls at a time in deep fryer until brown. Please be careful when cooking with hot oil.
- p id="instruction-step-9″>9. Once the shrimp balls are brown, carefully remove them with a slotted spoon and place onto a cookie sheet lined with paper towels. Serve warm and enjoy!
EASY BAKED SHRIMP
This easy oven baked shrimp recipe has the best flavor and is totally hands off! It's seasoned to perfection with garlic and herbs.
Provided by Sonja Overhiser
Categories Main Dish
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit or preheat the broiler.
- If frozen, thaw the shrimp.
- Mince the garlic. Pat the shrimp dry. In a medium bowl, toss with the shrimp with the olive oil, garlic, oregano, onion powder, and kosher salt.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the shrimp on a baking sheet in an even layer. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake until juicy and opaque, about 4 to 6 minutes depending on the size of the shrimp.
- Place the shrimp on a baking sheet in an even layer. Place the baking sheet in the broiler and broil for 3 to 6 minutes, until juicy and opaque, rotating the tray as necessary for even cooking.
- Spritz with fresh lemon juice from lemon wedges, sprinkle with chopped parsley or cilantro, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Sodium 134.9 mg, Fat 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Protein 22.8 g, Cholesterol 182.5 mg
EASY CRISPY VIETNAMESE SHRIMP BALLS
This is my take on the classic Vietnamese sugar cane shrimp recipe and it works great! Serve with Vietnamese dipping sauce (nuoc cham) or mix of hoisin sauce and sriracha hot sauce or plain.
Provided by Arads
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood Shrimp
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Rinse shrimp well under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel. Coarsely chop shrimp into medium pieces and place in the bowl of a food processor.
- Add 1 beaten egg, shallot, sesame oil, cornstarch, brown sugar, fish sauce, garlic, salt, and pepper to the shrimp in the food processor. Blend until a smooth paste is created. Transfer shrimp paste to a bowl and refrigerate until slightly hardened, about 30 minutes.
- Remove paste from refrigerator. Use an ice cream scoop, a tablespoon, or your hands to form shrimp paste into balls.
- Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add shrimp balls, cover, and steam until they become opaque, about 5 minutes. Transfer steamed shrimp balls to a plate and allow to cool to room temperature, about 5 minutes.
- Place bread crumbs in a bowl and season with salt and pepper. Place 2 beaten eggs in a separate bowl. Roll steamed shrimp balls in bread crumbs, then in beaten eggs, then again in bread crumbs and then place on a plate.
- Heat oil in a small pan over medium heat. Cook shrimp balls until golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.2 g, Cholesterol 156 mg, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 14.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 385 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
CRISPY SHRIMP BALLS
Once you try these crispy shrimp balls -you will make them your go to holiday appetizer. These little guys can be coated with broken Raman instant noodle pieces or instant Asian noodles or sesame seeds before you fry the balls. You can make a variety of coating or make them all the same..Serve with a chili garlic sauce.. My...
Provided by Pat Duran
Categories Other Sauces
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- 1. Shrimp Balls: In a food processor , add the cleaned and deveined shrimp,and remaining ingredients except the raman noodles and cooking oil . Process or pulse until it turns into a paste.
- 2. Remove and place mixture in a bowl and let it sit for 30 minutes to meld flavors together. Heat the oil in a deep fryer or a wok to 300^, or until a cube of bread in the oil turns brown in about 15 seconds. Roll the shrimp paste in you hand to form a ball and carefully roll in the crushed noodles ,if desired, or leave plain. Carefully add the shrimp ball into the oil one at a time. Fry for 3 to 4 minutes or until they develop a golden brown and crisp;remove with slotted spoon or strainer to paper toweling to drain, pat off excess oil. Serve with the Garlic Sauce.
- 3. Chinese Garlic Sauce: Fry the chopped garlic in oil for 2 seconds in a small saucepan. Add the butter, soy and oyster sauces,rice wine vinegar, sugar, chili sauce and stir and fry for a minute. Turn off heat. Mix the cornstarch with the water and add to the saucepan mixture. Cook over medium low heat and stir until thickened. Serve with the Shrimp Balls.
- 4. Note: To bake these in the oven: After shaping into balls and rolling in the noodle crumbs. Place on a lightly greased cookie sheet.Spray the balls lightly with olive oil. Bake in 350^ preheated oven for about 25 minutes..
ODEN WITH HOMEMADE SHRIMP BALLS
Oden is a comforting Japanese one-pot dish in which assorted fish cakes, vegetables, fried tofu and hard-boiled eggs are simmered in a dashi broth. Hondashi, bonito soup stock made from dried bonito and flavors of kombu, is a convenient pantry item that creates instant dashi. Homemade shrimp balls with fragrant ginger, garlic and scallions replace store-bought fish cakes in this version. As they poach alongside earthy mushrooms and daikon, the soup becomes fortified with deep seafood flavor. Inari-no-moto, found canned in most Asian markets, is deep-fried tofu that has been cooked in dashi, soy sauce and mirin until it softens and absorbs the sauce. The tofu adds texture and another layer of seasoning, but the hot pot is just as tasty without. Add udon noodles for a heartier meal.
Provided by Kay Chun
Categories dinner, seafood, soups and stews, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, arrange eggs in a single layer and add enough water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a full boil, then cover and turn off the heat. Let stand for 10 minutes. Drain and run under cold water until eggs are cooled, then peel.
- Meanwhile, in a large pot, heat oil over medium. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly golden, about 3 minutes. Add 8 cups water, the daikon, cabbage and instant dashi powder, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until daikon is tender, about 15 minutes.
- While daikon cooks, in a medium bowl, combine shrimp, scallions, ginger, garlic, salt and cornstarch, and mix well. Using about a scant 2 tablespoons per shrimp ball, form mixture into 16 balls about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Mixture will be sticky, so work with moistened hands.
- Add shrimp balls, inari-no-moto and eggs to pot and simmer until shrimp balls turn pink and are cooked through, about 5 minutes. Stir in udon, if using.
- Divide the shrimp balls, vegetables, tofu and udon among bowls. Halve eggs and add to bowls. Fill bowls with broth and serve with hot mustard on the side for dipping.
HUNDRED CORNER SHRIMP BALLS
Categories Shellfish Fry Cocktail Party Lunar New Year Shrimp Deep-Fry Party Gourmet
Yield Makes 80 hors d'oeuvres, serving 20
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pulse shrimp in a food processor until finely chopped. Transfer to a large bowl, then stir in water chestnuts, egg white, pork fat, rice wine, ginger, scallion, salt, and cornstarch. Beat shrimp mixture vigorously with a wooden spoon and throw it against side of bowl until combined well and compacted. Wet your hands with cold water and form teaspoons of shrimp mixture into balls, arranging in 1 layer on a wax-paper-lined tray. Coat balls, 1 at a time, in panko, then arrange in 1 layer on another wax-paper-lined tray.
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Heat oil in a 5-quart pot until a deep-fat thermometer registers 375°F and fry balls in 4 batches, turning, 1 to 1 1/2 minutes, or until golden and just cooked through. (Return oil to 375°F between batches.) Transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. When all shrimp balls are fried, reheat on a rack set in a shallow baking pan in middle of oven until just hot, about 2 minutes.
Tips:
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the shrimp by hand.
- Be sure to squeeze out all of the excess water from the shrimp before mixing it with the other ingredients.
- If you want a crispy coating, roll the shrimp balls in breadcrumbs before baking.
- Serve the shrimp balls with your favorite dipping sauce, such as sweet and sour sauce, cocktail sauce, or tartar sauce.
Conclusion:
Baked shrimp balls are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is both flavorful and satisfying. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy seafood recipe, give baked shrimp balls a try.
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