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Hot and Spicy Fish Balls

Cultural Context

Hot and Spicy Fish Balls are a beloved street food in Singapore, often enjoyed as a snack or in soup. These flavorful bites highlight the region's love for bold spices and fresh ingredients. Today, they can be found in hawker centers and restaurants, with various adaptations reflecting local tastes.

AsianSGmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
Fish 1 kg
Lime 2
Black Pepper Powder 2 tsp
Green Chilli 5
Salt Powder
Chilli Flakes 2 tsp
Eggs 5
Corn Flour 2 tbsp
Garlic Cloves 5
Wheat Flour 250 g
Curry Leaves
Corn Flakes 250 g
Coconut Oil

fish paste

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu offers a plant-based alternative while canned tuna is a budget-friendly protein.

red chili paste

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: hot sauce

Sriracha provides a similar flavor with less heat, while hot sauce is often less expensive.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat, while canola oil is usually cheaper.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice can be a healthier option, and vinegar is often less expensive.

1

Combine fish with corn flour and wheat flour in a mixing bowl.

2

Add black pepper powder, salt, and chilli flakes to the mixture.

3

Incorporate minced garlic and chopped green chilli.

4

Mix in eggs to bind the mixture together.

5

Form the mixture into small balls.

6

Heat coconut oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

7

Carefully drop fish balls into the hot oil, frying in batches.

8

Fry until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally.

9

Remove fish balls and drain on paper towels.

Cooking Techniques

mixingfryingboiling

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlfrying pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fishsoy

Also Known As

Spicy Fish BallsFish Ball Soup

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