Mozambican Fish Balls (Bolinhos de Peixe Moçambicanos)
Bolinhos de Peixe Moçambicanos, or Mozambican Fish Balls, are a popular and flavorful dish in Mozambican cuisine. These fish balls are made with a combination of fresh fish, aromatic spices, and herbs, resulting in a delicious appetizer or main course.
Ingredients
- 500g fresh fish fillets, deboned and finely chopped
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped fish, onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and cilantro. Mix well.
- Shape the fish mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs into three separate shallow dishes.
- Dip each fish ball into the flour, then the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry the fish balls in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
- Remove the fish balls from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve the Bolinhos de Peixe Moçambicanos hot with your favorite dipping sauce or chutney.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Protein
- 12g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Large bowl Shallow dishes (3) Large skillet Paper towels
Tools
Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons Measuring cups Tongs
Serving suggestions
These fish balls are best served as an appetizer with a side of spicy dipping sauce or as a main course with a fresh salad.
Tips & tricks
For a flavor variation, you can add a pinch of chili flakes to the fish mixture for a spicy kick.
Cost
$10