Jul 14 2026

Fish Balls Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Fish balls are an important protein source made from minced fish, available in various sizes and flavors.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the minced white fish, breadcrumbs, and egg. Mix until well combined.

  2. 2

    Add Aromatics

    Add minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, salt, black pepper, and fish sauce to the fish mixture. Stir until the mixture is smooth and evenly mixed.

Forming Fish Balls

  1. 3

    Shape the Mixture

    Using your hands, take a small amount of the fish mixture (about 1 tablespoon) and roll it into a ball. Repeat the process until all the mixture is shaped into balls.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Heat Oil

    In a large frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.

  2. 5

    Fry Fish Balls

    Carefully add the fish balls to the hot oil, frying them in batches so as not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through, turning occasionally.

  3. 6

    Drain Excess Oil

    Once cooked, remove the fish balls from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

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