Asian pork & prawn balls
10 Jun 2015
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Total Time
15 minutes
Background
Pork & prawn balls are very popular in South-East Asia, served in broth or with stir-fried vegetables. This simple, non-spicy version is best served with a dip, so it's perfect for parties or as an appetizer, or just as a snack for your lunch-box or a picnic.
Ingredients
- 100g raw large prawns (peeled)
- 100g minced meat (pork)
- 1 egg white
- 1 garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chopped coriander
- 1 Tbsp grated ginger
- 3 drops of sesame oil
- Oil , salt and pepper
- For Serving: coriander, chives
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend the egg white, garlic, ginger, sesame oil and coriander.
- Add the minced pork, then season with salt and pepper. Form small (2-3cm ) balls and cook them in plenty of hot oil in a wok or deep pan until golden.
- Drain them on paper towels.
- Serve warm or at room temperature with chopped herbs scattered on top.
Tips
If you'd like it spicy, add some chopped chilli to the mixture.© 2026 Copyright CookTogether
Categories
- Meal Type: - Appetizer - Nibbles & Bites - Quick & Easy - Snacks
- Cuisines: - Chinese - South East Asian
- Occasions: - Chinese New Year - Dinner Party - New Year - Parties - Picnic
- Ingredients: - Pork - Shellfish
- Health and Diet: - Dairy Free - Gluten Free - Low Carb
- Skill Levels: - Easy
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