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Chinese Squid Balls

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This Chinese main features Squid cut into rings, Cooked shrimp, Garlic chopped, Yolk, Water chestnuts. It delivers hearty, protein-packed satisfaction, aromatic, well-seasoned taste. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 759.9
Description
This Chinese main features Squid cut into rings, Cooked shrimp, Garlic chopped, Yolk, Water chestnuts. It delivers hearty, protein-packed satisfaction, aromatic, well-seasoned taste. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
Ingredients
  • 2 pound Squid cut into rings
  • 1/2 pound Cooked shrimp
  • 4 Cloves Garlic chopped
  • 1 Egg Yolk
  • 1/2 cup Water chestnuts, chopped
  • 1 cup Chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger grated
  • 6 tablespoon Peanut oil
Directions
  1. 1
    Poach squid rings and tentacles in boiling water for 30 seconds.
  2. 2
    Drain and set aside to cool.
  3. 3
    Saute garlic in frying pan over low heat in 1 Tb of oil until lightly browned.
  4. 4
    Combine squid, garlic, the egg yolk and the rest of the dry ingredients in a food processor.
  5. 5
    add 1 or 2 Tbs of oil as you go.
  6. 6
    Stop when the mixture forms a large ball.
  7. 7
    Remove and form into a dozen or so balls.
  8. 8
    Heat 3 Tbs of oil in a heavy frying pan.
  9. 9
    When hot, add squid balls and brown lightly on all sides.
  10. 10
    Turn down heat, add stock and cover.
  11. 11
    Simmer for five minutes.
  12. 12
    Serve on toothpicks with soy sauce, or use as fishballs in soup

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 759.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 35.0g54%
Saturated Fat 7.2g36%
Cholesterol 274.7mg92%
Sodium 245.8mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 62.8g21%
Dietary Fiber 20.5g82%
Sugars 2.9g
Protein 50.2g101%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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