Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.5 lb

potato

cooked

1 lb

fresh cod fillet

1 clove

garlic

crushed

2 unit

egg whites

2 tbsp

onion

grated

2 tbsp

lemon juice

1 unit

carrot

shredded

0.5 tsp

seasoning

2 tbsp

salad oil

1 unit

lemon

cut in wedges

1 unit

parsley

Step 1
~3 min

In a 12-inch skillet, combine fish, garlic, parsley, and 1 cup of water.

Step 2
~3 min

Bring to a boil over high heat.

Step 3
~3 min

Reduce heat to low.

Step 4
~3 min

Cover the skillet and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily.

Step 5
~3 min

Remove the fish to paper towels to drain excess moisture.

Step 6
~3 min

In a large bowl, mash the cooked potato.

Step 7
~3 min

Flake the drained fish into the bowl with the mashed potato.

Step 8
~3 min

Add crushed garlic, egg whites, grated onion, lemon juice, shredded carrot, and seasoning to the bowl.

Step 9
~3 min

Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.

Step 10
~3 min

Form the mixture into patties.

Step 11
~3 min

Heat salad oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 12
~3 min

Pan-fry the fish cakes until golden brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side.

Step 13
~3 min

Serve hot with lemon wedges.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.

Serve with tartar sauce.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Fish cakes can be formed ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with roasted vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Tartar sauce
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United Kingdom

Cultural Significance

Popular comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weekday meal
Family gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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