Egusi Shrimp Balls Appetizer
Served with a pepper dipping sauce, these egusi shrimp balls are sure to be a hit.
Egusi balls aren’t just for soup—this egusi recipe brings the bold, nutty flavor of Nigerian egusi to life in a new way. These savory shrimp-stuffed bites are a fun, flavorful take that’ll surprise your taste buds.
An appetizer probably isn’t what comes to mind when you think of egusi, but you’ll be surprised at how well it does when served to guests. The distinctive nutty flavor of the egusi pairs deliciously with shrimp, and it also makes an interesting conversation starter. Served with a pepper dipping sauce, these egusi shrimp balls may not be your typical egusi recipe but they are sure to be a hit.
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Egusi Shrimp Balls Appetizer
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup ground egusi
- 1 teaspoon crushed pepper
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach
- 2 tablespoons water
- 8 peeled shrimp
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
- Combine all the ingredients except the shrimp and stir to form a very thick paste.
- Scoop two heaping teaspoons of the egusi paste into your hand and flatten into a circular disk.
- Place shrimp in the middle and form the egusi paste around it into a ball and place on the baking pan.
- Repeat until the entire mixture has been used.
- Place in oven and bake for 15 minutes.
- Serve egusi balls hot with a spicy dipping sauce.
Notes
Nutrition
* Nutritional Facts provided by SnapCalorie.
