Gluten-Free Prawn Paste Balls

Delight your taste buds with these crispy, golden Gluten-Free Prawn Paste Balls, a perfect snack or appetizer for any occasion! Made with fresh prawns, fragrant ginger, and finely chopped spring onions, these bite-sized delights boast a delicate balance of flavors and textures. The prawn mixture is lightly coated in gluten-free breadcrumbs, ensuring a satisfying crunch with every bite, while the addition of gluten-free soy sauce and sesame oil gives them a rich umami depth. Quick to prepare and fried to perfection, these prawn balls are ideal for those seeking a gluten-free finger food option that doesn't compromise on taste. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce—like sweet chili or soy sauce—for the ultimate crowd-pleasing treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Large prawns, peeled and deveined
• 1 tablespoon Gluten-free soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Gluten-free cornstarch
• 1 unit Egg white
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons Spring onions, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon White pepper
• 100 grams Gluten-free breadcrumbs
• 500 milliliters Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

Roughly chop the prawns and transfer them to a food processor. Pulse a few times until they are a rough paste. Avoid over-pulsing as you want some texture to remain.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the prawn paste with gluten-free soy sauce, cornstarch, egg white, sesame oil, grated ginger, spring onions, salt, and white pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are combined, and the mixture is slightly sticky.

Step 3

Using your hands, shape the prawn mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball. Roll each ball lightly in gluten-free breadcrumbs, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 4

Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or wok over medium heat. The oil should be about 160-170°C (320-340°F) for ideal frying. Test the oil with a small piece of bread; it should sizzle and begin to brown slowly.

Step 5

Fry the prawn balls in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.

Step 6

Use a slotted spoon to remove the prawn balls from the oil and drain on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Step 7

Serve the gluten-free prawn paste balls warm with your choice of dipping sauce, such as sweet chili sauce or soy sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1096.3 grams (1096.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5265

Total Fat 520.10g	667%
Saturated Fat 73.80g	369%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.80g
Cholesterol 756mg	252%
Sodium 3335mg	145%
Total Carbohydrate 91.60g	33%
Dietary Fiber 3.90g	14%
Total Sugars 3.90g
Protein 107.50g	215%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 360mg	28%
Iron 3mg	18%
Potassium 1261mg	27%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 85.5%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 6.7%