Servings: 6
INGREDIENTS
Fish balls:
- 2.2 pounds/1 kilogram fish, 600 grams of cod and 400 grams of salmon
- 2 cups fresh cilantro
- 2 carrots, peeled
- 5 garlic cloves, peeled
- ¼ cup oil
Red sauce:
- 1½ cups frozen chickpeas
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 cups water
INSTRUCTIONS
- Combine all fish ball ingredients in a food processor and finely grind. Mix well and form small balls.
- Heat up the oil in a frying pan and fry the onion, bell pepper and garlic for 2 minutes. Add the spices, mix well to develop the flavors, then add the water and chickpeas. Cook for about 10 minutes.
- Add the fish balls and cook for 25 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally. If lacking water, add small amounts as needed. Finally, sprinkle with cilantro and serve.