Heart-Healthy Sotong Ball

Delight in the nourishing goodness of Heart-Healthy Sotong Ball, a light and flavorful seafood dish perfect for those looking to eat clean without sacrificing taste. Made with fresh squid blended into a silky paste and mixed with aromatic ingredients like garlic, ginger, and scallions, these tender sotong balls are gently simmered in a low-sodium vegetable broth for a guilt-free comfort meal. The recipe emphasizes heart-healthy choices with ingredients such as low-sodium soy sauce and sesame oil, while optional baby spinach adds a vibrant touch of greens. With just 15 minutes of prep, this wholesome seafood dish is ideal for a quick yet impressive lunch or dinner. Serve with brown rice or whole-grain noodles for a fiber-packed twist. Perfect for seafood lovers seeking a nutritious and satisfying option, this sotong ball recipe is a must-try for your healthy recipe repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Fresh squid (cleaned and chopped)
• 1 piece Egg white (from large eggs)
• 1 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
• 2 tablespoons Scallions (finely chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 cups Vegetable broth (low-sodium)
• 100 grams Baby spinach (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Add the chopped squid to a food processor and pulse until it forms a smooth paste-like consistency. Be careful not to over-process.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the squid paste with egg white, low-sodium soy sauce, cornstarch, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped scallions, sesame oil, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.

Step 3

Using wet hands, shape the mixture into small balls about 1 inch in diameter. This recipe should yield approximately 16-20 sotong balls.

Step 4

In a deep saucepan, bring the low-sodium vegetable broth to a gentle boil over medium heat.

Step 5

Carefully drop the sotong balls into the simmering broth. Let them cook for about 6-8 minutes or until they float to the surface and are fully cooked through.

Step 6

Optional: Add the baby spinach to the broth for the last couple of minutes of cooking to lightly wilt the greens and serve as a nutritious side.

Step 7

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the sotong balls to serving bowls. Ladle the hot broth over the sotong balls and serve immediately.

Step 8

Enjoy your heart-healthy meal as is, or pair it with brown rice or whole-grain noodles for additional fiber.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1548.5 grams (1548.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	633

Total Fat 20.00g	26%
Saturated Fat 3.60g	18%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.80g
Cholesterol 932mg	311%
Sodium 1375mg	60%
Total Carbohydrate 35.40g	13%
Dietary Fiber 5.10g	18%
Total Sugars 5.00g
Protein 73.50g	147%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 284mg	22%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 2251mg	48%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.2%

Protein: 47.8%

Carbs: 23.0%