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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.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Sauce

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Roughly chop the shrimp meat, then blend it with the egg white, cornflour, salt and pepper until smooth.
  2. Shape into balls about 3 cm across with damp hands and roll them in the breadcrumbs.
  3. Heat the oil to 180°C and fry the balls for 4 to 5 minutes until golden.
  4. Drain them on kitchen paper.
  5. Mix the mayonnaise with the sweetened condensed milk to make the sauce.
  6. In a bowl, coat the fried balls with the sauce, then add the pineapple cubes and toasted almonds.
  7. 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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