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Fried Kingfish Balls

Cultural Context

Fried Kingfish Balls are a popular dish in coastal regions of the United States, particularly in Southern cuisine. They reflect the rich tradition of utilizing fresh catch from local waters, often served as an appetizer at gatherings or parties. These delightful bites are celebrated for their crispy exterior and flavorful fish filling, showcasing the versatility of kingfish. Today, variations can be found across different cultures, often incorporating local spices and herbs.

AmericanUSappetizer
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1/4 cup French's yellow mustard
2 cups milk
cajun seasoning (Slap Your Mama)
2 eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 bags Zatarain's fish fry
granulated garlic

kingfish

🥗Healthier: cod

💰Cheaper: pollock

Cod is lower in calories while still providing a firm texture.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko adds extra crunch while crushed crackers are often less expensive.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a plant-based binder and often cheaper than eggs.

oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more affordable and suitable for frying.

1

Add 1/4 cup of French's yellow mustard to a mixing bowl.

2

Pour in 2 cups of milk into the bowl with mustard.

3

Season the mixture with a sprinkle of cajun seasoning (Slap Your Mama).

4

Crack 2 eggs into the bowl and mix everything together to create the dredge.

5

Prepare the dry ingredients by placing 1 cup of all-purpose flour into each of two Ziploc bags.

6

Add 2 cups of Zatarain's fish fry to each Ziploc bag with flour.

7

Sprinkle some Slap Your Mama seasoning and granulated garlic into each bag.

8

Shake the bags to mix the dry ingredients thoroughly.

9

Drop the kingfish balls into the dredge mixture (mustard, milk, and eggs).

10

Transfer the dredged kingfish balls into the Ziploc bags with the dry mixture.

11

Shake the bags to coat the kingfish balls evenly with the flour and fish fry mixture.

12

Preheat the RV Works Cajun fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.

13

Fry the kingfish balls in batches for about 3 minutes each, ensuring they do not stick together.

14

Check the internal temperature of the fried balls; they should reach 150 degrees Fahrenheit.

15

Remove the fried kingfish balls and season with some AP seasoning (Killer Hogs).

Cooking Techniques

mixingfrying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlZiploc bagsRV Works Cajun fryer

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fisheggsgluten

Also Known As

Kingfish FrittersFish Balls

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