Good food is made with simple ingredients, but great food is made with love.
Fish balls are one of the most loved street foods -crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and bursting with flavor. What makes them even better is when they’re homemade, fresh and packed with real ingredients. Today, Let’s dive into an easy and budget-friendly fish ball recipe that brings comfort, taste and nutrition to your table. Whether you enjoy the, as a snack, a meal or a family bonding activity in the kitchen, this recipe is sure to be your next to go favorite.
Why I love Homemade Fish Balls? Store-bough fish balls are convenient, but making them at home gives you control over the flavor, texture and nutrients. You get to use real fish, fresh vegetables, and simple seasonings, no extra additives or artificial extenders. Plus, its surprisingly easy and fun to prepare.
Ingredients:
- Fish
- Carrots
- Eggs
- Flour
- Salt
- Cooking Oil
How to Prepare:
- Boil the Fish- Start by boiling the fish until cooked. Once done, allow it to cool slightly, then shared or flake the meat into fine pieces.
- Prepare the Carrots – Slice it into very fine pieces. To make them cook faster and soften easily, blanch or lightly steam them.
- Beat the Egg – Crack an egg into a bowl and beat it until well mixed. This will serve as a binder to help the mixture hold together.
- Combine the Ingredients- Mix the shredded fish, finely cut carrots and beaten egg until well combined.
- Add the Flour – Slowly incorporate flour into the mixture. The amount varies depending on how firm you want your fish balls. Mix thoroughly until the texture is firm enough to shape.
- Shape Into Balls – Form the mixture into small around balls using your hands. Make them uniform in sized so they cook evenly.
- Heat the Oil – Warm some cooking opil in a pan over medium heat. The oil should be hot enough to fry but not too hot that it burns quickly.
- Fry Until golden Brown – Drop the fish gently into the pan. Fry until they turn golden brown, this means they’re perfectly cooked and crispy.
Homemade fish balls are more than just food, they’re comfort and creativity. Every bite reminds us that the simplest ingredients can create the most satisfying meals. So, the next time you crave something delicious and easy to make, try this recipe and enjoy the cooking.
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