Fish Balls In Tomato-Basil Sauce Recipe

Name: Fish Balls In Tomato-Basil Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FISH BALLS; 1 1 lb whiting fish fillets or 1 lb a similar fish, chopped; 2 eggs, beaten; 2 slices white bread, soaked in water and squeezed dry; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 -2 garlic clove, minced; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon; 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg; flour (for dredging); 1/4 cup corn or 1/4 cup canola oil; hot pepper flakes, salt and pepper to taste; SAUCE; 1 lb chopped tomato (fresh or canned will work); 1/4 cup fresh basil leaf; 1 -2 tablespoon tomato paste; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 1/8 teaspoon chili pepper flakes (adjust to taste)

Servings: persons

FISH BALLS
1 1 lb whiting fish fillets or 1 lb a similar fish, chopped
2 eggs, beaten
2 slices white bread, soaked in water and squeezed dry
1 medium onion, chopped
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
flour (for dredging)
1/4 cup corn or 1/4 cup canola oil
hot pepper flakes, salt and pepper to taste
SAUCE
1 lb chopped tomato (fresh or canned will work)
1/4 cup fresh basil leaf
1 -2 tablespoon tomato paste
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon chili pepper flakes (adjust to taste)

1
In a food processor, process all of the fish ball ingredients except for the fish/flour/oil. Add in the fish and mix thoroughly.
2
Mold the fish mixture into balls the size and shape of an egg (if the mixture doesn't cooperate and falls apart, you may want to mix in an egg to help it bind together). Dredge the balls in the flour.
3
Heat the oil in a skillet, add the fish and brown on all sides (approximately 2-3 minutes). Place them in a greased baking dish. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
4
In a food processor, grind all the sauce ingredients into a smooth paste. Pour it over the fish balls, and bake for approximately 30-35 minutes.
5
Can be served chilled, at room temperature or hot.

283

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FISH BALLS, 1 1 lb whiting fish fillets or 1 lb a similar fish, chopped, 2 eggs, beaten, 2 slices white bread, soaked in water and squeezed dry, and more.

Yes, Fish Balls In Tomato-Basil Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Fish Balls In Tomato-Basil Sauce

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