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Japanese Fish Ball Recipe


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Introduction

Japanese cuisine is well known for its unique flavors and textures. One of the most popular dishes in Japanese cuisine is the fish ball. It is a delicious and healthy snack that can be enjoyed at any time of the day. The Japanese fish ball is made with a combination of fish meat, potato starch, and seasonings. In this article, we will be sharing a detailed recipe for making Japanese fish balls at home.

Ingredients

To make Japanese fish balls, you will need the following ingredients:
  • 500g fish meat (any white fish)
  • 1 tablespoon potato starch
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sake
  • 1 tablespoon mirin
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon chopped green onions
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

Follow these simple steps to make Japanese fish balls:
  1. Cut the fish meat into small pieces and put it in a food processor. Pulse the fish meat until it becomes a smooth paste.
  2. Add the potato starch, soy sauce, sake, mirin, egg, grated ginger, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper to the fish paste. Mix everything together until well combined.
  3. Shape the fish paste into small balls using your hands. You can make the balls as big or as small as you like.
  4. Heat the oil in a deep frying pan or a wok over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the fish balls to the oil.
  5. Fry the fish balls for 3-4 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
  6. Using a slotted spoon, remove the fish balls from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
  7. Serve the fish balls hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Japanese fish balls are a healthy snack that is high in protein and low in fat. One serving of Japanese fish balls (4 balls) contains:
  • Calories: 137
  • Protein: 16g
  • Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 553mg

Conclusion

Japanese fish balls are a delicious and healthy snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With this recipe, you can easily make your own Japanese fish balls at home and enjoy them with your family and friends. Serve them as an appetizer or a main dish, and enjoy the unique flavors and textures of Japanese cuisine.

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