Paleo Crunchy Squid Balls
Experience the ultimate guilt-free appetizer with these Paleo Crunchy Squid Balls—flavor-packed bites that are delightfully crispy on the outside yet tender and juicy on the inside. Made with fresh squid and coated in a wholesome blend of almond and coconut flours, these squid balls are grain-free, gluten-free, and paleo-friendly, making them perfect for clean eating enthusiasts. Enhanced with aromatic garlic and onion powders, a touch of sea salt, and a sprinkle of parsley, every bite bursts with savory goodness. Fried to golden perfection in coconut oil, they’re irresistibly crunchy while staying true to paleo principles. Serve these delicious squid balls hot, with fresh lemon wedges for a zesty finishing touch. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, a snack, or even part of a light dinner, this paleo-friendly seafood delight is ready in just 35 minutes, making it both convenient and utterly satisfying.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh squid
- 50 grams coconut flour
- 100 grams almond flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 100 ml coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 4 pieces lemon wedges
Directions
Step 1
Clean the fresh squid by removing the head, insides, and cartilage. Rinse thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Chop the squid into small, bite-sized pieces.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, mix the coconut flour, almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Step 3
In another bowl, beat the egg lightly.
Step 4
Form small balls using the chopped squid pieces by pressing them firmly with your hands.
Step 5
Dip each squid ball into the beaten egg, making sure it's fully coated, and then roll it in the dry flour mixture. Press gently to ensure the coating sticks well.
Step 6
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
Step 7
Carefully add the squid balls to the oil, a few at a time to avoid overcrowding. Fry them until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
Step 8
Once cooked, transfer the squid balls to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Step 9
Sprinkle the fried squid balls with chopped fresh parsley.
Step 10
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for an added zing.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (863.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2211.7 |
| Total Fat 165.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 92.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g | |
| Cholesterol 1384.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2718.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 76.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 31.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.7g | |
| Protein 116.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 479.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1862.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories