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Homemade Fish Cakes

Homemade Fish Cakes
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Homemade Fish Cakes are a quick, easy, and comforting meal featuring crispy golden crusts and tender, flavorful interiors made from flaky white fish, mashed potatoes, and fresh herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights, they are a family favorite with mild flavors and versatile options for customization, including gluten-free and vegetarian versions. Ideal for using up leftover fish, these fish cakes are wholesome, satisfying, and delicious served with a variety of sides and garnishes.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 400g white fish fillets (cod, haddock, or pollock)
  • 300g potatoes, peeled and boiled
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 large egg
  • 100g bread crumbs (use gluten-free bread crumbs for gluten-free option)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2–3 tbsp olive oil or butter for frying

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Fish and Potatoes: Poach or bake the fish fillets until just cooked through and flaky. Meanwhile, boil peeled potatoes until tender, then mash smoothly without lumps.
  2. Combine the Ingredients: In a large bowl, flake the fish and mix with mashed potatoes, finely chopped onion, herbs, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Crack in the egg and stir gently until well combined.
  3. Shape the Fish Cakes: Form the mixture into small patties about the size of your palm. If the mixture is too wet, add a little more bread crumbs to firm up the consistency.
  4. Coat and Fry: Lightly coat each fish cake in bread crumbs. Heat olive oil or butter in a non-stick pan over medium heat, and fry cakes for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
  5. Drain and Serve: Place fried fish cakes on paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve immediately while warm and crispy with preferred garnishes and sides.

Notes

  • Use day-old bread crumbs for a crispier crust.
  • Mix ingredients gently to avoid dense cakes and keep fish tender.
  • Chill shaped patties before frying to help them hold together.
  • Test fry one cake first to check seasoning and texture.
  • Fry over medium heat to achieve a golden crust without burning.

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