SPICY FRIED FISH BALLS
While eating in Kuala Lumpur food stalls, Zak Pelaccio, chef of Fatty Crab and 5 Ninth restaurants in Manhattan, first tried otak-otak, an intense, spicy mackerel paste. Although in Malaysia you'd usually find otak-otak steamed, he rolls it into balls and deep-fries them as a cocktail snack for 230 Fifth, a rooftop bar where he consults on the menu.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories appetizer
Time 50m
Yield About 40 fish balls
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- To make fish balls, pound shallots, chilies, lime leaves, turmeric, lemon grass, ground coriander and pepper to a paste in a mortar and pestle, or use a food processor. Transfer to bowl.
- In food processor, blend cod and mackerel to a smooth paste. Add eggs. Gradually pulse in aromatics and coconut milk, alternating ingredients, until incorporated. Pulse in rice flour until you can form paste into a ball.
- To make sauce, whisk remaining ingredients, other than oil and panko, in a bowl.
- In a saucepan or wok, heat 3 inches oil to 375 degrees. Meanwhile, grind panko in a food processor or mortar and pestle. Using wet hands, roll fish paste into 2-inch balls. Dip balls into panko and coat evenly. Fry, turning frequently, until golden brown all over, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on a paper-towel-lined plate. Serve with dipping sauce.
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TAWHID YT
[email protected]These fish balls are perfect for a party or potluck. They're easy to make and they always disappear quickly.
AZAMUL AZAMUL
[email protected]I love that this recipe is so easy to make. I was able to whip up a batch of fish balls in no time.
Hummy waghela
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting fish recipes. This recipe definitely fit the bill! The fish balls were a hit with my family.
Shellvp Prakash
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover fish. The fish balls were a fun and tasty way to serve fish to my family.
Majnu Store
[email protected]I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves spicy food. The fish balls were delicious and had a nice kick to them.
Woodvelly Furniture BD
[email protected]Overall, I thought this recipe was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't great either.
Odari Hudson
[email protected]I had a hard time finding all of the ingredients for this recipe. I ended up having to substitute some of them.
gift kyalo
[email protected]The fish balls were a bit too oily for my taste. I think I would try baking them next time instead of frying them.
Gulsherkhan Kawga
[email protected]I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more spices.
Kamrun nahar kakole
[email protected]These fish balls were a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them. He said they were the best fish balls he's ever had.
poran. alam
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but these fish balls were surprisingly delicious. The heat was just right and the fish was cooked perfectly.
FF Tomal
[email protected]These fish balls were so good! I loved the combination of flavors. The fish was tender and the spices were just right.
Rifat Khan 007
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the fish balls turned out great! They were crispy and had a nice spicy flavor. I would definitely make these again.
Mike Barker
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The fish balls were flavorful and cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Michelle Cole
[email protected]I made these fish balls for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. They were so easy to make and they tasted amazing.
yaxye olol
[email protected]Absolutely delicious! The fish balls were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with just the right amount of heat. I served them with a side of sweet and sour sauce, and they were a hit with my family.