Low Carb Sotong Ball
Delight your taste buds with these Low Carb Sotong Balls, a perfect fusion of flavor, nutrition, and versatility. Crafted from fresh squid blended with egg white, coconut flour, and aromatic seasonings like minced garlic, sesame oil, and white pepper, these bite-sized delights are irresistibly tender with a hint of nuttiness. Whether fried to golden perfection in avocado oil or steamed for a lighter, oil-free alternative, this recipe suits a variety of cooking preferences. Bursting with spring onion freshness, these sotong balls are an ideal low-carb snack or appetizer, pairing wonderfully with your favorite dipping sauce. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, they're a wholesome crowd-pleaser for seafood lovers and keto enthusiasts alike.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh squid
- 1 large egg white
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
- 2 tablespoons chopped spring onion
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon white pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 0 as needed avocado oil (for frying, optional)
Directions
Step 1
Clean the squid by removing the head, tentacles, and cartilage. Rinse thoroughly under cold water, then pat dry.
Step 2
Chop the cleaned squid into smaller pieces and transfer to a food processor.
Step 3
Add the egg white, coconut flour, cold water, minced garlic, sesame oil, white pepper, and salt to the food processor.
Step 4
Blend the mixture until it forms a smooth and sticky paste.
Step 5
Transfer the squid paste to a mixing bowl and fold in the chopped spring onions.
Step 6
Wet your hands slightly with water to prevent sticking, then shape the squid mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
Step 7
For frying: Heat avocado oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Fry the sotong balls in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Drain excess oil on paper towels.
Step 8
For steaming (low-oil alternative): Line a steamer basket with parchment paper. Arrange the squid balls in the basket in a single layer, ensuring they don’t touch. Steam over boiling water for 7-8 minutes, or until cooked through.
Step 9
Serve the sotong balls hot with your favorite low-carb dipping sauce or as part of a larger meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (636.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 744.0 |
| Total Fat 30.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g | |
| Cholesterol 1165mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1532.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 29.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.2g | |
| Protein 85.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 191.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1483.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories