Ingredients:
- Prawns: 500g fresh prawns (peeled and deveined)
- Seasoning:
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp ginger paste
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Binder:
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- For Frying:
- Oil for deep or shallow frying
Instructions:
Prepare the Prawns:
- Finely chop or mince the prawns using a knife or food processor until they form a coarse paste.
Mix the Ingredients:
- In a bowl, combine the minced prawns, garlic, onion, ginger paste, soy sauce, black pepper, chili flakes, and salt.
- Add the egg, cornstarch, and breadcrumbs. Mix well until the mixture becomes sticky and holds together.
Form the Balls:
- Take small portions of the prawn mixture and roll them into bite-sized balls (about 1 inch in diameter).
- Place the balls on a tray and refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to firm up.
Fry the Prawn Balls:
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan or wok over medium heat.
- Fry the prawn balls in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3–4 minutes per batch.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Serve:
- Serve the prawn balls hot with dipping sauces like sweet chili sauce, garlic mayo, or sriracha. These make excellent appetizers or snacks!
Enjoy these juicy, flavorful prawn balls that are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside! 😊