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Fresh Cod Fish Cakes

Crispy Fresh Cod Fish Cakes for Effortless Home Cooking

These Crispy Fresh Cod Fish Cakes are an irresistible dinner option that showcases fresh cod fish in a deliciously crispy format.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Newfoundland
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Fish Cakes
  • 2 filets Cod Can substitute with canned salmon or tuna
  • 2 medium Potatoes Sweet potatoes can be a great alternative
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots or green onions can be used for milder taste
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Can substitute with dill or cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can be a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use sea salt or kosher salt for best flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper White pepper can be used for a milder flavor
  • 1/2 cup Flour Gluten-free all-purpose flour is an alternative
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Olive oil or canola oil can be used

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • measuring cups
  • Spatula
  • paper towels

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Peel and cut the medium potatoes into similar-sized chunks. Place them in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and set aside to cool.
  2. In a separate pot, bring water to a rolling boil and gently add the cod fillets. Cook for about 10 minutes until it flakes easily with a fork. Remove from water and let cool.
  3. Mash the cooled potatoes until smooth. Add the flaked cod, diced onion, chopped parsley, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix until cohesive and slightly sticky.
  4. Shape the mixture into balls and flatten gently into discs about 1.5 inches high. Place on a clean plate.
  5. Dredge each fish cake lightly in flour, coating both sides and shaking off excess.
  6. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the fish cakes for 4–5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  7. Transfer to a paper towel to absorb excess oil. Serve immediately with desired sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 10mg

Notes

These fish cakes can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for easy meal prep. They can also be frozen for up to one month.

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