Low Fat Crispy Fried Fish Balls
Discover a healthier way to enjoy crispy fried fish balls with this delightful low-fat recipe that’s baked to perfection. Utilizing tender white fish fillets like cod or tilapia, these fish balls are infused with the tangy richness of low-fat yogurt, a hint of bright lemon juice, and aromatic seasonings like garlic and onion powder. Rolled in golden breadcrumbs for an irresistible crunch, they’re baked—not fried—to keep them light without sacrificing flavor. Perfectly crisp on the outside yet moist and flavorful on the inside, these bite-sized morsels are ideal for serving as an appetizer, party snack, or light dinner. Ready in just 35 minutes, this guilt-free recipe pairs beautifully with a zesty yogurt dip or a spritz of fresh lemon juice for a finishing touch. Keywords: low-fat fish recipe, crispy fish balls, healthy baked fish balls, oven-baked fish appetizers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams white fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia)
- 1 large egg white
- 100 grams breadcrumbs
- 60 ml low-fat yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 as needed olive oil spray
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Blot the fish fillets dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
In a food processor, add the fish fillets, egg white, low-fat yogurt, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and fresh parsley. Blend until a smooth paste forms.
Transfer the fish mixture to a bowl. Add the breadcrumbs and mix thoroughly until well combined.
Shape the mixture into small balls approximately the size of a walnut, ensuring each fish ball is compact to prevent them from falling apart.
Arrange the fish balls on the prepared baking tray. Lightly spray them with the olive oil spray to aid in crispiness.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, turning them halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning.
Once golden brown and crisp, remove the fish balls from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Serve with a side of low-fat yogurt dip or a squeeze of fresh lemon for added zest.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
994 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.3 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 304 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 3194 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.7 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.5 g | ||
| Protein | 131.9 g | 264% | |
| Vitamin D | 25.9 mcg | 129% | |
| Calcium | 291 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1789 mg | 38% | |
*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.
