Whiting Meatballs with Candied Lemon and Coriander

Ingredients:

• 500g whiting fillets, deboned and finely chopped
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/4 cup chopped coriander
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup vegetable oil, for frying
• 1 lemon, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup water
• Extra coriander, for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the whiting fillets, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, chopped coriander, salt and black pepper until well combined.
2. Form the mixture into small meatballs (about 2 tablespoon per meatball) and place them on a plate or tray lined with baking paper.
3. In a large deep-frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
4. Carefully add the meatballs in batches, turning them occasionally, until they are golden brown and cooked through. Transfer them onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain off excess oil.
5. In a separate pan, combine the thinly sliced lemon, sugar and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves and the lemon slices are coated in a syrup. Remove from heat and set aside.
6. To serve, arrange the whiting meatballs on a serving dish and top them with the candied lemon and coriander. Serve warm.

Verdict:

These whiting meatballs with candied lemon and coriander are a fresh and flavorful twist on traditional meatballs. The delicate whiting fish pairs perfectly with the sweet and zesty candied lemon, while the coriander adds a fragrant and herbaceous note. This dish is a crowd-pleasing appetizer or main course that will impress your guests.

Serving suggestions:

Serve these whiting meatballs with candied lemon and coriander as a main course with some rice or noodles, or as an appetizer with toothpicks for easy serving. You can also add a dipping sauce, such as soy sauce or sweet chili sauce, for extra flavor.