Pumpkin Fritters with Shrimp 南瓜炸蝦餅

Crispy golden fritters made from shredded pumpkin mixed with minced shrimp, aromatic seasonings, and a light batter. The shrimp adds umami and protein while the pumpkin provides natural sweetness and texture. Served hot with sweet chili dipping sauce.

Nutrition (per serving)

Ingredients

• 400g Pumpkin
• 250g Fresh shrimp
• 100g All-purpose flour
• 2 whole Egg
• 30g Green onion
• 1tbsp Fish sauce
• 0.5tsp White pepper
• 1tbsp Cornstarch
• 1000ml Vegetable oil for frying
• 0.5tsp Salt

Steps

1. Peel pumpkin and remove seeds, then grate into fine shreds using a box grater
2. Peel and devein shrimp, then chop finely into small pieces
3. In a large bowl, combine grated pumpkin, chopped shrimp, eggs, salt, and white pepper
4. Add fish sauce and stir well to combine
5. In another bowl, whisk together flour and cornstarch
6. Add flour mixture to pumpkin mixture and stir until evenly combined
7. Fold in chopped green onion until distributed throughout
8. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or wok to 170°C (340°F)
9. Using a spoon or small scoop, carefully drop portions of batter into hot oil
10. Fry fritters for 3-4 minutes until golden brown, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking
11. Remove fritters using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels
12. Serve hot with sweet chili sauce on the side

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