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Pineapple shrimp balls (鳳梨蝦球)
Fried shrimp balls coated in a sweet mayonnaise sauce and caramelised pineapple pieces. A typical Taiwanese banquet dish, with a crunchy texture and a sweet-tangy flavour.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sauce
Spices & seasoning
Optional extras
On the side
Instructions
- Roughly chop the shrimp meat, then blend it with the egg white, cornflour, salt and pepper until smooth.
- Shape into balls about 3 cm across with damp hands and roll them in the breadcrumbs.
- Heat the oil to 180°C and fry the balls for 4 to 5 minutes until golden.
- Drain them on kitchen paper.
- Mix the mayonnaise with the sweetened condensed milk to make the sauce.
- In a bowl, coat the fried balls with the sauce, then add the pineapple cubes and toasted almonds.
- Serve on lettuce leaves straight away.
Variations and tips
No frying. Bake the balls at 200°C for 15 minutes, turning them halfway through.
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Original Ecomely recipe.

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