Wasabi and Shrimp Cheese Ball

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A spicy Japanese twist on the traditional cheese ball party appetizer. My friends loved it. Be sure to start moderately with Wasabi and season to taste. Serve with veggies or sesame water crackers.

Submitted by mkecupcakequeen
Published on March 21, 2018
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
5 mins
Servings:
16
Yield:
1 cheese ball
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 16 servings

  • 2 (8 ounce) packages fat-free cream cheese, softened

  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce

  • 1 (4 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained and chopped

  • 1 (4.25 ounce) can tiny shrimp, drained and chopped

  • 2 tablespoons wasabi paste, or to taste

  • 1 cup toasted sesame seeds, divided

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, soy sauce, water chestnuts, shrimp, and 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds. Gradually stir in wasabi paste until you reach the desired amount of spice. Cover and refrigerate for one hour.

  2. Remove the cheese mixture from the refrigerator, and shape into a ball. Roll in the remaining sesame seeds to cover. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

94 Calories
5g Fat
5g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 94
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 239mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate 5g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 7g 15%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 144mg 11%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 107mg 2%

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

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.