Crispy Snapper and Shrimp Balls

A low-carb Atkins recipe for Crispy Snapper and Shrimp Balls.

OtherSeafoodEasy6 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 1 pound red snapper -- fillets
  • 1 pound shrimp -- peeled and cleaned
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped green onions
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1/2 cup protein powder -- plain flavor/may need more or less
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper -- each
  • oil for frying

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a food processor, finely chop everything except the oil and protein powder.

  2. 2

    Stir in powder until the mixture can be formed into firm balls(your choice on size- large marble to golf ball size).

  3. 3

    Heat oil to 350 in a deep fryer.

  4. 4

    Fry balls for approximately 5-6 minutes or until nicely browned.

  5. 5

    Drain well on paper towels.

Tags

americanatkins-dietother