Fish Cakes

Name: Fish Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients: 1 lb salt cod or flaked white fish, flaked; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup cornmeal; 1 tsp baking powder; 2 scallions (green onions), finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tsp fresh thyme, finely chopped; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper; 1/2 cup water; 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying); 1 lime, cut into wedges

Crispy fried Caribbean fish cakes with seasoned flaked fish mixed into a cornmeal or flour batter, perfect street food.

35 minEasyServes 4220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb salt cod or flaked white fish, flaked
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornmeal
1 tsp baking powder
2 scallions (green onions), finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp fresh thyme, finely chopped
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 cup water
1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions

1

In a large bowl, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup cornmeal, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper.
2

In a separate bowl, mix 1 lb flaked salt cod or flaked white fish, 2 finely chopped scallions (green onions), 2 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tsp finely chopped fresh thyme.
3

Add the fish mixture to the dry ingredients and stir to combine.
4

Gradually add 1/2 cup water until a thick batter forms, similar to pancake batter.
5

Heat 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying) in a deep skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F.
6

Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding.
7

Fry for 3-4 minutes per side until the fish is opaque and cooked through, and the outside is golden brown and crispy.
8

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
9

Serve hot with 1 cut into wedges lime on the side.

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Questions

How hot should the oil be for Fish Cakes?

For Fish Cakes, the frying oil is held at 350 F (about 175 C) in step 5. Hotter scorches the outside before the inside cooks, and cooler turns it greasy.

Is there a substitute for baking powder in Fish Cakes?

The entry for Fish Cakes calls for 1 tsp baking powder. In its place: For each teaspoon, use a quarter teaspoon of baking soda plus half a teaspoon of cream of tartar.

Is Fish Cakes spicy?

Moderately. The heat in Fish Cakes comes from 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper. For a milder plate, halve the cayenne; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Does Fish Cakes contain fish?

Yes: 1 lb salt cod or flaked white fish, flaked. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten and fish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How long does Fish Cakes keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Fish Cakes within two hours and eat it within two days (seafood turns fast). Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

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