Hot Crab Balls
9 servings
30 minutes
Hot crab balls are an exquisite dish of Chinese cuisine that combines the tenderness of crab meat, the creamy texture of cheese, and the softness of eggs. These appetizing balls, fried to a golden crust, surprise with their crispy shell and juicy center. Fried in oil, they acquire a rich flavor with delicate sea notes. The origins of the dish trace back to traditional Chinese snacks that emphasize the balance of textures and aromas. It is often served at festive tables or as an elegant addition to main courses. A wonderful option for lovers of unusual appetizers, hot crab balls pair perfectly with spicy sauces that enhance their flavor. Serving with a tangy sauce or fresh herbs makes the dish even more expressive and memorable.
1
First, we boil 4 eggs, peel them, and chop them finely.
- Chicken egg: 5 piece
2
Chop the crab meat finely.
- Crab meat: 200 g
3
Grate the cheese on a medium grater.
- Cheese: 100 g
4
Mix eggs, meat, and cheese. Add salt and mix. Add mayonnaise. Form balls from the mixture so they don't fall apart.
- Chicken egg: 5 piece
- Crab meat: 200 g
- Cheese: 100 g
- Mayonnaise: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
5
In one plate, put breadcrumbs, in another, crack 1 raw egg.
- Breadcrumbs: 50 g
- Chicken egg: 5 piece
6
We form balls about 5 cm in diameter. We press them well so they don't fall apart. First, we dip them in egg, then in breadcrumbs. And once more.
- Chicken egg: 5 piece
- Breadcrumbs: 50 g
7
Pour a layer of oil into the pan so our balls fry like in a deep fryer. Heat the oil, carefully add the balls, and fry on all sides.