Crispy Shrimp Balls with Sweet Chili So Good

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, and roughly chopped
• 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 2 tablespoons panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped scallions (green onions)
• 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• Vegetable oil, for deep frying
• 1/2 cup (120ml) rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup (60ml) water
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce (optional, can substitute with soy sauce)
• 1-2 red chilies, finely minced (adjust to taste)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch, mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water (slurry)
• Sesame seeds, for garnish
• Chopped cilantro (coriander), for garnish