Paleo Asian-Style Fishballs
Transform your weeknight dinner with these flavorful and protein-packed Paleo Asian-Style Fishballs! Made from tender white fish fillets and seasoned with coconut aminos, fresh ginger, garlic, and green onion, these gluten-free fishballs are a healthy take on an Asian-inspired classic. A hint of coconut flour adds texture while keeping them light and perfectly moist. Pan-fried to golden perfection in coconut oil, these savory bites are perfect for dipping in your favorite Paleo-friendly sauce. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes and free of refined ingredients, they’re ideal for clean eating, meal prep, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Bursting with umami flavors and wholesome goodness, these fishballs are a must-try for fans of nutritious and delicious Asian cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams white fish fillets (such as cod or haddock), skinless and boneless
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 stalks green onion, finely chopped
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon white pepper
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
Instructions
Begin by preparing the fish fillets: Pat them dry with a paper towel and cut into chunks.
Place the fish chunks in a food processor along with the coconut aminos, grated ginger, minced garlic, chopped green onion, beaten egg, coconut flour, fish sauce, salt, and white pepper.
Pulse the mixture in the food processor until well combined and forms a paste-like consistency. Ensure everything is evenly mixed.
With damp hands, scoop about a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat this process to form all the fish balls.
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, gently place the fish balls in the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd them. You may need to cook them in batches.
Pan-fry the fish balls, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
Once cooked, remove the fish balls from the skillet and drain them on a paper towel-lined plate.
Serve immediately with additional coconut aminos or your favorite Paleo-friendly dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
856 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.5 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.3 g | 136% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 436 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 4506 mg | 196% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 101.2 g | 202% | |
| Vitamin D | 26.0 mcg | 130% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1842 mg | 39% | |
*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.
