Salt Cod Fish Cakes

Salt cod fish cakes are a popular dish in both British and Portuguese cuisines. They have a long history and were traditionally made as a way to preserve cod during long sea voyages.

This is high protein and non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Salt Cod Fish Cakes

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: British, Portuguese Courses: Appetizer, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: High Protein Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1120

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Salt Cod
• 500 gram Potatoes
• 2 unit Eggs
• 1 unit Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Parsley
• 1 cup Bread Crumbs
• 4 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Soak the salt cod in water overnight to remove excess salt.
2. Boil the soaked cod for 20 minutes until it becomes flaky.
3. Drain and let it cool, then remove any bones and skin.
4. Boil the potatoes until tender, then drain and mash them.
5. In a large bowl, combine the flaked cod, mashed potatoes, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, breadcrumbs, beaten eggs, salt, and black pepper.
6. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
7. Shape the mixture into small patties.
8. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
9. Fry the fish cakes until golden brown on both sides, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
10. Remove from the pan and drain on a paper towel.
11. Serve hot with tartar sauce or lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 280kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 22g8%

Sugars 1g

Protein 18g36%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.