Jul 14 2026

Fish Cakes Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Served with a spicy tartar sauce.

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Ingredients

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Fish Cakes

Spicy Tartar Sauce

Method

Fish Cakes

  1. 1

    Cook the Potatoes

    In a pot, bring salted water to a boil and add the diced potatoes. Cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and let them cool slightly.

  2. 2

    Cook the Fish

    Steam or poach the white fish fillets until cooked through, about 10 minutes. Let them cool and then flake the fish into small pieces.

  3. 3

    Mix Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the flaked fish, cooked potatoes, chopped green onions, beaten egg, breadcrumbs, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well incorporated.

  4. 4

    Form Cakes

    Using your hands, shape the mixture into small patties, about 5 cm in diameter. Place them on a plate.

  5. 5

    Fry the Cakes

    In a frying pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Fry the fish cakes in batches for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Spicy Tartar Sauce

  1. 6

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, chopped pickles, chopped capers, hot sauce, lemon juice, and chopped dill. Mix until smooth.

  2. 7

    Chill the Sauce

    Cover the sauce and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

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