Curried Fish Balls

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 10
Curried Fish Balls for a Satisfying Meal
in Fish

Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

1 hr

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs cod
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 egg
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup chickpea flour
4 fresh chili peppers , seeded and finely chopped
1 onion , finely chopped
2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
vegetable oil , for shallow frying
pepper
1/2 cup ghee or 2 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion , thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves , thinly sliced
1 cinnamon stick
2 bay leaves
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric
1 teaspoon chili powder
5 ounces tomato paste
2 1/2 cups fish stock
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup desiccated coconut
seeds , of 10 cardamons ground
2 teaspoons fenugreek seeds , ground
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
478
Sugar
7g
Fat
34g
Curried Fish Balls are a delicious and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed any day of the week. This dish originates from Southeast Asia, where fish is a staple in many cuisines. This recipe combines fresh cod with a variety of aromatic spices and coconut milk to create a rich and flavorful curry sauce. The fish balls are cooked until golden brown and then simmered in the sauce until they are tender and juicy. Serve them with steamed rice and garnish with fresh coriander for a beautiful and well-balanced meal.

Instructions

1.Cut the cod into small pieces and place them in a food processor. Blend until smooth.
2.Add the lemon juice, egg, salt, chickpea flour, chili peppers, onion, breadcrumbs, and pepper to the fish puree and mix well.
3.Form the mixture into small balls and set them aside.
4.In a frying pan, heat the oil over medium heat.
5.Add the fish balls to the pan and cook until golden brown.
6.In a separate pan, heat the ghee or vegetable oil over medium heat.
7.Add the sliced onion and garlic to the pan and cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
8.Add the cinnamon stick, bay leaves, cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, and tomato paste to the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
9.Add the fish stock, lemon juice, desiccated coconut, cardamom seeds, and fenugreek seeds to the pan. Stir well and bring to a boil.
10.Reduce the heat and simmer the sauce for 5-10 minutes, until it has thickened slightly.
11.Add the fish balls to the pan with the sauce and cook for a further 5-10 minutes, until the fish balls are cooked through.

PROS

These curried fish balls are packed full of flavor and make a satisfying meal.

They are a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids.

CONS

The fish balls need to be formed by hand and can be time-consuming.

This recipe requires a number of different spices and ingredients, which can be difficult to find in some areas.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cod is a low-calorie and low-fat fish that is high in protein.
It is also a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for heart health and brain function.
Chili peppers contain capsaicin, which can help to boost metabolism and aid in weight loss.
Cardamom has anti-inflammatory properties and may help to improve digestion.

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