Keto Sotong Ball
Dive into a low-carb seafood delight with our flavorful Keto Sotong Ball recipe! These golden, bite-sized squid balls are made with fresh squid, almond flour, and a touch of grated Parmesan cheese, creating a high-protein, gluten-free treat that's perfect for keto enthusiasts. Infused with aromatic garlic, ginger, and sesame oil, these tender morsels are packed with bold Asian-inspired flavors. Held together with unflavored gelatin powder for the perfect texture, they're pan-fried to crispy perfection in olive oil. Ready in just 35 minutes, these Sotong Balls make an excellent appetizer, snack, or main dish, especially when paired with a tangy garlic aioli or spicy mayo. Perfect for seafood lovers following a ketogenic lifestyle, this recipe is a delicious way to satisfy cravings while staying carb-conscious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams fresh squid (cleaned and chopped)
- 1 large egg
- 50 grams almond flour
- 30 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
- 2 stalks spring onions (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 5 grams unflavored gelatin powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon white pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
Clean and prepare the squid. Chop the squid into small pieces and transfer to a food processor.
Pulse the squid in the food processor until it forms a smooth paste-like consistency.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the squid paste, egg, almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped spring onions, sesame oil, gelatin powder, salt, and white pepper.
Using clean hands or a spoon, mix everything thoroughly to ensure the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Form the mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball, and set them aside on a plate.
Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, carefully place the squid balls into the pan, ensuring not to overcrowd them.
Fry the squid balls for 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Once cooked, transfer the squid balls to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve the Keto Sotong Balls warm with a keto-friendly dipping sauce, such as spicy mayo or garlic aioli.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
312 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.4 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 287 mg | 96% | |
| Sodium | 678 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.1 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 24.2 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 157 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 390 mg | 8% | |
*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.
