Indonesian Coconut Beef Balls

Ingredients

• 1 small onion, minced
• 1 garlic clove
• 1/4 teaspoon shrimp paste (terasi)
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 lb ground beef
• 1 cup fresh shredded coconut
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 2 cups oil (for frying)

Directions

1. 1

   Combine onion, garlic, shrimp paste, coriander, sugar, salt and black pepper in bowl, making sure shrimp paste is completely combined with remaining ingredients.

2. 2

   Add beef and coconut.

3. 3

   Knead well with hands.

4. 4

   Add eggs and mix thoroughly.

5. 5

   Shape into 1 inch balls.

6. 6

   Heat oil in wok.

7. 7

   Add balls to oil a few at a time and fry until medium brown and cooked throughout.

8. 8

   Remove.

9. 9

   Drain on paper towels.

10. 10

    Serve hot or at room temperature.