Curry Fish Balls
Dive into the bold and aromatic flavors of **Curry Fish Balls**, a crowd-pleasing dish that's perfect as a savory snack or a comforting main course. Featuring tender, springy fish balls simmered in a rich and creamy coconut curry sauce, this recipe is bursting with the warm, fragrant spices of curry powder, garlic, and ginger. Enhanced with a splash of fish sauce, a hint of sweetness, and an optional touch of chili for heat, the balance of flavors is simply irresistible. Garnished with fresh cilantro and spring onions, this dish is as vibrant in presentation as it is in taste. Ready in just 45 minutes, this versatile recipe can be enjoyed on its own or served over steamed rice for a satisfying meal. Perfect for curry lovers and those seeking quick, flavorful comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fish balls
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons Curry powder
- 400 ml Coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 250 ml Vegetable broth
- 1 small Red chili, sliced (optional for heat)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
- 2 tablespoons Spring onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the curry powder and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth, stirring to combine with the spices.
Stir in the fish sauce, sugar, salt, and pepper. If using, add the sliced red chili for extra heat.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then add the fish balls to the sauce.
Cover the pan and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the fish balls are heated through and have absorbed some of the curry flavor.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced spring onions before serving.
Serve hot as a snack or over steamed rice for a heartier meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
289 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.7 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 41 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 2577 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.5 g | ||
| Protein | 17.6 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.8 mcg | 49% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 584 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
