Edible San Diego

Opah Meatballs

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Photography by Sam Wells for Edible San Diego

Flavorful meatballs for any occasion!

Ingredients


Serves 4-6

  • 5 pounds ground opah
  • 1½ cups seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup chopped sweet onion
  • ½ cup chopped pine nuts
  • 3 teaspoons finely chopped thyme
  • 2 cups feta cheese, crumbled
  • ½ cup Dijon mustard
  • 3 cups oil for frying
  • ½ cup garlic, roasted, cleaned and mashed
  • 2 teaspoons pepper
  • 3 teaspoons salt

Instructions

  • Mix all ingredients well, except the feta cheese.
  • Add the feta last, to preserve the crumbles, and mix slowly for 20 seconds.
  • Shape into meatballs about 2 inches in diameter. Heat oil in a deep frying pan or a fryer at 375°.
  • Slide meatballs carefully into the hot oil for 1 minute.
  • Remove carefully with a slotted spoon and place them on a sheet pan until ready to bake.
  • To serve, bake in a pre-heated oven at 350° for about 5 minutes. Test 1 before serving to be sure it’s cooked through.