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Asian pork and prawn balls

These Asian pork and prawn balls are very popular in the South-East of 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.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 4 hours
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Cuisine: Chinese, South East Asian
Calories: 1234
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 100 g raw large prawns peeled
  • 100 g 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

Method
 

  1. In a food processor, blend the egg white, garlic, ginger, sesame oil and coriander.
  2. 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.
  3. Drain them on paper towels.
  4. Serve warm or at room temperature with chopped herbs scattered on top.