Keto Crunchy Squid Balls
Get ready to savor the irresistible crunch and flavor of **Keto Crunchy Squid Balls**, a low-carb twist on a classic seafood favorite that's perfect for keto enthusiasts and snack lovers alike! Made with fresh squid blended into a rich paste and seasoned with Parmesan cheese, garlic, and onion powder, these golden bites are coated in almond flour for maximum crunch without the carbs. Fried to perfection in coconut oil, they boast a crispy exterior with a tender, savory center that bursts with bold, aromatic goodness. Quick to prepare and easy to cook, this high-protein snack or appetizer pairs beautifully with zesty lemon wedges for an added touch of brightness. Gluten-free, keto-friendly, and utterly delicious, these squid balls will be your new go-to for satisfying seafood cravings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams squid, cleaned and chopped
- 100 grams almond flour
- 50 grams parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 200 milliliters coconut oil, for frying
- 1 whole lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
In a food processor, pulse the cleaned and chopped squid until it turns into a coarse paste. Transfer the squid paste into a large mixing bowl.
Add the almond flour, grated parmesan cheese, beaten egg, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper to the squid paste. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
With slightly damp hands, divide the mixture and shape it into approximately 16 small balls.
In a deep frying pan, heat the coconut oil over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
Gently add the squid balls in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry each batch for about 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Once cooked, remove the squid balls from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve hot with fresh lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the squid balls just before eating.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3070 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 277.3 g | 356% | |
| Saturated Fat | 188.6 g | 943% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1400 mg | 467% | |
| Sodium | 2309 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 126.8 g | 254% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1001 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1522 mg | 32% | |
*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.
