Fried Mince Shrimp

Fried Mince Shrimp is a dish made from a combination of shrimp and seaweed. This dish also has a crunchy texture on the outside and soft on the inside. Of course, it tastes delicious too!

Hello everyone, how are you? This time we are discussing a dish with a savory taste. The name of the dish is Fried Mince Shrimp. To make this dish at home is also very easy.

The main ingredients are of course shrimp, corn, and seaweed. The ingredients to make this dish are available in supermarkets or markets. To make this dish, the preparation time is 15 minutes while the cooking time is also 15 minutes. This dish can be a snack or side dish.

What is Fried Mince Shrimp?

This dish combines the tenderness of finely chopped shrimp meat with additional spices and seaweed as an outer layer. After that, we fry until golden. The crunchy texture on the outside and juicy on the inside makes it popular in restaurants and street foods in Asia.

The main ingredients of this dish are chopped shrimp, corn, carrots, cornstarch, salt, pepper, and others.

The steps to make this dish consist of choosing fresh ingredients, mixing all the ingredients, adding seasonings, wrapping the outer layer with seaweed, frying, and serving.

Tips for Making This Dish

Here are some tips for cooking this dish so that the results are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside with a delicious taste.

Use Fresh Shrimp

Choose medium-sized fresh shrimp. Then, finely chop them manually or using a food processor, but not too finely. Make sure to dry the shrimp so the mixture is not watery.

Seasoning to Taste

It is best to season the dough to taste and to taste. Add chopped green onions and grated carrots for a fresh texture and taste.

Add Binder Ingredients

Use cornstarch to make the dough stick together. Don’t add too much, just enough to make it solid and easy to shape.

Fry with Hot Oil

Use much of oil to fry the shrimp so that they cook evenly. Fry until the seaweed layer is crispy.

Serving

After frying, place them on a paper towel or wire rack. This will prevent the dish from becoming soggy due to the remaining oil.

The Texture of This Dish

One of the attractions of this dish is the variety of textures.

Crispy on the Outside

When frying with a layer of seaweed, the outside will become crispy. This crunchy sensation creates a satisfying first bite, especially when it’s still hot.

Soft and Juicy Inside

The minced shrimp meat that we chop finely will taste soft, chewy and juicy. The texture is not dense like chicken, but is lighter and slightly elastic due to the natural collagen content in shrimp.

Has Fine Fiber

If you don’t chop the shrimp finely, you can still feel the fibers of the shrimp meat in every bite. This adds a distinctive shrimp meat sensation.

Other Variations of This Dish

Here are some other variations of this dish that you can make.

Tofu

Mix the smooth tofu with chopped shrimp. This will produce a softer, lighter, and lower-calorie dish. Suitable for children or healthy diets. Before frying, form a round or flat shape to make it more attractive.

Spicy Flavor

Add cayenne pepper, chili powder, or gochujang sauce to the dough. It has a spicy savory taste, suitable for spicy food lovers. Serving this goes well with spicy mayonnaise sauce or onion chili sauce.

Cheese

Put pieces of mozzarella or cheddar cheese in the middle of the dough, then shape the dough into a ball. When we bite into this dish, the cheese melts inside. The creamy sensation combines with the savory shrimp. Kid’s favorite!

The Specialties of This Dish

Here are some of the specialties of this dish, so many people like it.

Umami Flavor

Shrimp has a natural savory umami flavor. When we chop and season it properly, this flavor becomes even more intense and delicious without additional flavoring.

Easy to Find Main Ingredients

No need for expensive ingredients or complicated techniques. With just fresh shrimp and simple kitchen spices, we can make this special dish at home.

Multifunctional

This dish can be a side dish with rice, an afternoon snack, a social gathering menu, and even suitable as a frozen food idea.

Let’s make this delicious dish!

Ingredients of Fried Mince Shrimp

• 12 shrimp: The main ingredient in the dish that gives umami flavor, chewy texture, and animal protein. Shrimp also gives a distinctive aroma of the sea that is appetizing.
• 1 medium Carrot minced: Gives a crunchy texture, attractive color, and adds fiber. Carrots can also absorb the flavor of the seasoning well and balance the savory taste of shrimp.
• ¼ cup Corn kernels minced: Adds a refreshing natural sweetness as well as a crunchy texture when we bite.
• 1/8 Green onion minced: Gives a fresh aroma and a slightly spicy taste that enriches the taste. It also helps reduce the fishy smell of the shrimp.
• 1 tbsp Cornstarch: As a binder for the dough so that it doesn’t fall apart during the frying process. It also gives a soft yet chewy texture on the inside.
• 1 tsp Vegetable oil: Gives moisture to the dough so that the fritters are not too dry.
• ½ tsp Salt: To highlight the natural savory flavor of shrimp.
• ¼ tsp Pepper: Gives a little warmth and depth of flavor.
• Seasoned seaweed sheet: As a wrapper for the dough and adds umami flavor. In addition, it can give a unique appearance and savory sensation like Japanese or Korean dishes.

How to Make Fried Mince Shrimp

First, chopped shrimp into a paste then transfer it to a mixing bowl

After that, add the rest of the ingredients except seaweed sheet then mix it well.

Next, spread evenly about ½ tbsp of the shrimp mixture with a fork on top of the seaweed sheet.

Then, heat a nonstick pan over low heat then fry the mince shrimp until both sides browned.

Lastly, serve immediately.

Enjoy your dish!

Nutrient Content

Here is an explanation of the nutritional content of this dish.

High Protein

Shrimp is the main ingredient in this dish which contains high protein nutrition. It functions to build and repair body tissue, maintain muscle mass, and support the immune system.

Omega-3

Shrimp contains omega-3 fatty acids which function to maintain heart health, relieve inflammation, and support brain function.

Fiber

In the dough, adding vegetables such as corn or carrots contains fiber and is nutritionally balanced.

Serving Recommendations

This dish is very flexible and you can serve it with other accompaniments. Here are some choices that are suitable as accompaniments to this dish.

Warm Rice

The simplest and most filling choice. Goes well with white rice. We can complete it with sauce to make it more delicious.

Light Soup

Corn, tofu, or clear chicken soup can be an option. Suitable for dinner to feel warm and light.

Noodles

This dish can be a topping for fried noodles or noodle soup. Also can add variety to the texture and savory taste.

Fried Mince Shrimp is not only delicious, but also flexible and can be created according to taste. This dish is suitable for all ages.

Don’t forget to try this recipe, let me know if this recipe works and be your favorite menu to cook. You can save this recipe with sign-up for my email list! Please leave a star rating and a review in the comment section further down the page. I always appreciate your feedback.

Also, you can follow our Pinterest, Instagram, and our  Youtube channel for the up-to-date menu!

Let’s try making this recipe below!