Little Fish Balls
Elevate your seafood game with these irresistible Little Fish Balls, a quick and easy recipe that’s perfect for appetizers, snacks, or even a light main course. Made with tender white fish fillets like cod, haddock, or tilapia, these bite-sized delights are flavored with fresh garlic, parsley, onion, and a hint of zesty lemon juice for a burst of freshness in every bite. Coated lightly in flour for a golden, crispy exterior, these fish balls are pan-fried to perfection in olive oil, ensuring a flavorful yet delicate crunch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile recipe is sure to impress at your next gathering, especially when served with dipping sauces like tartar, sweet chili, or garlic aioli. Whether you’re a seafood lover or looking for a crowd-pleasing dish, these homemade fish balls are the ultimate comfort food that everyone will adore. Perfect for easy seafood appetizers, family dinners, or finger food spreads!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams White fish fillets (cod, haddock, or tilapia)
- 100 grams Breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 small Onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 50 grams All-purpose flour
Instructions
Place the white fish fillets in a food processor and pulse until finely minced. If you don’t have a food processor, finely chop the fish with a knife.
Finely chop the garlic, onion, and parsley, then add them to the minced fish.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the minced fish mixture with breadcrumbs, egg, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the ingredients are well combined and the mixture holds together when formed into a ball.
With damp hands, form the mixture into small balls, about 1-inch in diameter. Place them on a plate or tray and set aside.
Lightly coat the fish balls in flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the fish balls in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Cook the fish balls for 3–4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove them from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Serve the fish balls warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce, sweet chili sauce, or garlic aioli.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1568 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.0 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.8 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 470 mg | 156% | |
| Sodium | 4388 mg | 191% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.3 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 128.3 g | 257% | |
| Vitamin D | 26.3 mcg | 132% | |
| Calcium | 235 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1924 mg | 41% | |
*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.
