Köfteli Balık Çorbası

Köfteli Balık Çorbası is a rich and hearty Turkish seafood soup featuring tender fish and flavorful meatballs, perfect for a comforting meal. This keto-friendly dish is packed with protein and healthy fats, making it an ideal choice for a low-carb diet.

Köfteli Balık Çorbası
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Turkish
380 kcal

Ingredients

  • White fish fillet (e.g., cod or haddock) - 200 grams
  • Ground fish (e.g., salmon) - 100 grams
  • Ground lamb - 100 grams
  • Cauliflower rice - 100 grams
  • Fish stock - 500 ml
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Paprika - 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground fish, ground lamb, parsley, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Mix well and form small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter).
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the fish stock and bring it to a gentle simmer.
  5. Carefully add the meatballs to the pot and let them cook for about 10 minutes.
  6. Add the white fish fillet and cauliflower rice to the pot. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.
  7. Stir in the lemon juice and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 380
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Carbs: 6 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg
  • Total Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle maintenance and repair.
  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

Tags

TurkishKetoSeafood Dish