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10 May 2026 Last updated: 12 September 2026

Ebi shinjo is a light Japanese fish cake made by pounding shrimp and white-fleshed fish, binding them with egg white, and steaming them. A small amount of tofu acts as a binder in this recipe, making a satisfying main dish that does not raise blood sugar rapidly.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Pound the Shrimp and Fish

10 min

Coarsely chop the shrimp with a knife, then pound it with the white-fleshed fish in a mortar or food processor until it forms a paste. Leave some small pieces for texture.

2

Prepare the Mixture

8 min

Mash the drained tofu and add it to the shrimp and fish paste. Add the egg white, ginger, green onion, sesame oil, and salt, then mix well.

3

Shape and Steam

12 min

Shape the mixture into small balls by hand and arrange them in a steamer. Steam over boiling water for 12 minutes, until they spring back when touched.

Reminder

Do not pound the shrimp too finely; small pieces add texture. Do not extend the steaming time, or the cakes may become rubbery. Contains shellfish (shrimp), fish, egg, and soy (tofu).

Nutritional Values · 1 serving

Values are estimates
170 kcalCalories
24 gProtein
3 gCarbohydrate
6 gFat
0 gFiber
1 gSugar
420 mgSodium
1 gSaturated Fat
Protein 59% Carbohydrate 7% Fat 33%
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