Just Fleshy

HOKI BALLS IN TOMATO SAUCE

 

 

 

 

This quick meal is a good choice for young children, as you can guarantee no bones. If you like, add a dash of chilli sauce.

Serves 4

 

Ingredients:
450g/1 lb hoki or other white fish fillets, skinned
60 ml/4 tbsp fresh wholemeal bread-crumbs
30 ml/2tbsp snipped chives or spring onion
400g/14 oz can chopped tomatoes
50g/2oz/ ¾ cup button mushrooms, sliced
salt and black pepper
 

Directions:
1.Cut the fish fillets into large chunks and place in a food processor. Add the wholemeal breadcrumbs, chives or spring onion. Season to taste with salt and pepper and process until the fish is finely chopped, but still has some texture left.
2.Divide the fish mixture into about 16 even-sized pieces, then mould them into balls with your hands.
3.Place the tomatoes and mushrooms in a wide saucepan and cook over a medium heat until boiling. Add the fish balls, cover and simmer for about 10 minutes, until cooked. Serve hot.

Cook's Tip
Hoki is a good choice for this dish but if it’s not available, use cod, haddock or whiting instead.

Nutritional Information
Per portion:
Energy 138Kcals/580KJ
Fat 1.38g
Saturated fat 0.24g
Cholesterol 51.75mg
Fibre 1.89g