Classic Fish Ball Recipe
These homemade fish balls are a delicious and versatile dish, perfect as a snack, appetizer, or main course. With a tender texture and bursting with flavor, they are easy to make and can be served with your favorite dipping sauce.
Equipment
- 1 Food processor
- 1 Large mixing bowl
- 1 Large pot
- Slotted spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 lb White fish fillets cod, haddock, or tilapia, skinless and boneless
- 1/4 cup Cornstarch
- 1 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 1 Egg
- 2 Green onions finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tsp Sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp White pepper
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 4 cups Water or fish broth for poaching
Instructions
- Prepare the Fish Mixture: In a food processor, combine the fish fillets, cornstarch, flour, egg, green onions, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, white pepper, and salt. Pulse until a smooth, sticky paste forms.
- Form the Balls: Wet your hands with water and shape the fish mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Poach the Fish Balls: Bring water or fish broth to a gentle simmer in a large pot. Carefully drop the fish balls into the simmering liquid. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the fish balls float to the surface and are fully cooked through.
- Drain and Serve: Use a slotted spoon to remove the fish balls from the pot. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as sweet chili sauce or soy sauce.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add chopped cilantro or ginger to the fish mixture. These fish balls can also be fried in hot oil after poaching for a crispy exterior.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 20gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 0gSugar: 0gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
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