Basic Fish Forcemeat Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyServings4
CuisineMain Ingredient

Ingredients

 White fish1 Pound
 White sauce1 Cup (16 tbs) (Thick)
 Butter1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs), softened
 Grated nutmeg1 Pinch
 Egg2 , beaten
 Lemon juice1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Salt To Taste
 Pepper To Taste

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 303 Calories from Fat 172

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 19 g30%

Saturated Fat 9.6 g48.1%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 216.8 mg72.3%

Sodium 414.1 mg17.3%

Total Carbohydrates 5 g1.6%

Dietary Fiber 0.1 g0.42%

Sugars 3.1 g

Protein 26 g52.6%

Vitamin A 14.2% Vitamin C 1.3%

Calcium 14.7% Iron 5.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

1 Pound the ground fish to a paste with a rolling pin or blend.
2 Add the thick white sauce and butter and blend well. Season with salt and pepper and nutmeg.
3 Beat in the eggs and then add the lemon juice.
4 Use as a stuffing for fish or shape into dumplings and poach.
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