Introduction
Fish balls are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in various ways. They are made from minced fish, mixed with breadcrumbs, eggs, and seasonings, then formed into balls and cooked. Fish balls can be fried, steamed, or baked and served with a variety of dipping sauces.
This guide will provide you with a step-by-step recipe for making fish balls at home.
Ingredients
- 1 pound of white fish fillets, such as cod, haddock, or pollock
- 1/2 cup of bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup of milk
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of onion powder
Instructions
- Rinse the fish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Remove any bones or skin from the fillets.
- In a large bowl, combine the fish fillets, bread crumbs, milk, egg, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Mix well until all of the ingredients are combined.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan.
- Fry the fish balls in the hot oil for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain the fish balls on paper towels.
- Serve the fish balls immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips
- For a crispier fish ball, double bread the fish balls. After coating them in the bread crumb mixture, dip them in the egg wash again and then coat them in the bread crumbs again.
- If you don’t have bread crumbs, you can use crushed crackers or rice.
- To make the fish balls ahead of time, form them into balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze the fish balls for up to 2 hours, then transfer them to a freezer-safe bag and freeze for up to 2 months. When ready to cook, thaw the fish balls overnight in the refrigerator and then fry them according to the instructions above.
- Fish balls can be served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as tartar sauce, mayonnaise, or ketchup.
Conclusion
Fish balls are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed in various ways. By following the steps in this guide, you can make delicious fish balls at home.
