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Balinese Shrimp Balls




List of Ingredients



• 1 pound shrimp, canned or frozen (thawed) or 1 (7 oz) can crab meat
  
• 10 water chestnuts
  
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  
• 1 egg lightly beaten
  
• 1 teaspoon dry Sherry
  
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  
• 1/2 teaspon grated fresh ginger
  
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or less in less spicy is preferred)
  
• Oil for dedp frying
  
• Bottle or homemade sweet and sour sauce or hot Chinese mustard, for dipping
  






Instructions



1. Peel and devein shrimp. Mince (shred crab if using). Mince water chestnuts, add to shrimp and mix well.
   
2. Add cornstarch, egg, Sherry, soy sauce, ginger and cayenne. Mix thoroughly and form into balls about the size of walnuts.
   
3. Heat 2 to 3-inches oil in deep saucepan or deep fryer to 365 degrees F. Lower shrimp balls into oil a few at time. Balls will quickly rise to surface.
   
4. Turn over and cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove with slotted spoon and drain. Serve hot with sweet and sour sauce or mustard. Makes 2 dozen.