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Fish Cakes

Fish Cakes

These crispy golden fish cakes are packed with tender flakes of fish, fresh herbs, and zesty lemon, making them the perfect comforting meal or snack.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • White Fish Fillet: 1 pound, cooked and flaked
  • Potatoes: 2 medium, boiled and mashed
  • Egg: 1 large
  • Breadcrumbs: ½ cup
  • Parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Green Onion: 2 stalks, finely chopped
  • Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
  • Lemon Zest: 1 teaspoon
  • Salt: 1 teaspoon
  • Black Pepper: ½ teaspoon
  • Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, flaked fish, egg, breadcrumbs, parsley, green onion, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until just combined.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Ensure skillet is hot and oil is shimmering before cooking.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Shape mixture into 8 patties and chill for 15 minutes.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Fry each patty 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden.
  6. Finishing Touches: Let drain on paper towels or a wire rack.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm with lemon wedges or dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Chill patties before frying to prevent them from falling apart.
  • Use a fish spatula to gently flip for even browning.
  • Test seasonings by frying a small patty first.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Global
  • Diet: Halal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 cakes
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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