Paleo Crispy Fried Fish Balls
Perfectly golden and irresistibly crunchy, these Paleo Crispy Fried Fish Balls are a game-changer for anyone following a grain-free diet! Made with tender white fish fillets, seasoned with aromatic garlic and onion powders, and coated in nutrient-rich almond flour, these bite-sized delights are fried to perfection in coconut oil for a rich, crispy texture. The addition of fresh lemon juice adds a burst of brightness, making these fish balls equally suitable as an appetizer or a main dish. Quick to prepare in under 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for entertaining or elevating weeknight meals. Serve them with your favorite Paleo-friendly dip or salad for a crowd-pleasing treat that's packed with flavor and free of gluten, grains, and dairy.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh white fish fillets (such as cod or haddock)
- 60 grams Coconut flour
- 1 large Egg
- 80 grams Almond flour
- 100 ml Coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Begin by patting the fish fillets dry with a paper towel. Cut them into small chunks suitable for processing.
Step 2
Place the fish chunks into a food processor. Pulse until the fish becomes finely chopped but not pasty.
Step 3
Transfer the processed fish to a large mixing bowl. Add the coconut flour, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until fully combined.
Step 4
Form the fish mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. You should have about 16-18 balls.
Step 5
Pour the almond flour into a shallow dish. Roll each fish ball in the almond flour until well-coated, then set aside on a plate.
Step 6
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Ensure the oil is hot enough before adding the fish balls by placing a small piece of almond flour into it; if it sizzles, it's ready.
Step 7
Carefully add the fish balls into the hot oil in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry each batch for about 6-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown all over.
Step 8
Once cooked, use a slotted spoon to transfer the fish balls to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
Step 9
Before serving, sprinkle with a little fresh lemon juice to enhance the flavor.
Step 10
Serve the crispy fish balls immediately as an appetizer or alongside a Paleo-friendly dip or salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (815.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2078.9 |
| Total Fat 153.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 91.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g | |
| Cholesterol 469.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1654.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 60.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 32.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.3g | |
| Protein 125.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 1053.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 294.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2019.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories