Swahili Fish Cakes Recipe
Served with a side of mango and chili sauce.
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Ingredients
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Fish Cakes
Mango and Chili Sauce
Method
Fish Cakes
- 1
Prepare the Potatoes
In a pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the cubed potatoes and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash the potatoes in a large bowl.
- 2
Cook the Fish
In a separate pan, poach the fish fillets in boiling water for about 8-10 minutes, or until cooked through. Remove from the water and flake the fish into small pieces.
- 3
Mix Ingredients
In the bowl with the mashed potatoes, add the flaked fish, chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped coriander, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 4
Form Cakes
Add the beaten egg to the mixture and mix well. Shape the mixture into small patties or cakes, about 3 inches in diameter.
- 5
Coat with Bread Crumbs
Roll each fish cake in bread crumbs until well coated.
- 6
Fry the Cakes
In a frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry the fish cakes for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Mango and Chili Sauce
- 7
Prepare the Sauce
In a small bowl, combine the diced mango, finely chopped red chili, lime juice, honey, and a pinch of salt. Mix well until all ingredients are blended.
- 8
Adjust Seasoning
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more lime juice or honey to balance the flavors.
