Spicy Salmon & Coriander Fish Cakes

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 11
Spicy Salmon & Coriander Fish Cakes recipe for seafood lovers
in Seafood

Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

200 g whole meal bread
1 tablespoon paprika
1 kg salmon ( cooked , steamed or poached or whatever leftovers you have )
1 kg potato
1 kg sweet potato
100 g feta
2 medium onions ( chopped )
2 garlic cloves ( finely chopped )
1/2 lemon ( juice plus grated rind )
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 red chili pepper ( finely chopped )
1 bunch coriander ( chopped )
1 egg
salt & pepper
2 teaspoons dried crushed red pepper flakes ( to taste when forming the cakes ) ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
234
Sugar
3g
Fat
12g
These Spicy Salmon & Coriander Fish Cakes are a delicious way to use up leftover salmon and make a quick and easy meal. The addition of sweet potatoes and feta cheese adds flavor and texture, making them a great option for seafood lovers. These fish cakes are spicy, but the addition of lemon and coriander helps to balance out the flavors. They are easy to make and are perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 200°C.
2.Remove crusts from bread, chop bread into pieces, and grind in a food processor or blender.
3.Add paprika and pulse to combine. Put in a large bowl.
4.Flake cooked salmon and add to the bowl.
5.Add boiled potatoes, sweet potatoes, and feta cheese to the same bowl. Mash everything together.
6.In a frying pan, heat the olive oil and butter over low to medium heat. Fry onion and garlic until soft but not brown.
7.Add chili pepper, coriander, and lemon juice. Mix well and allow to cool.
8.Add the cooled onion mixture to the large bowl. Mix well. Season with salt and pepper.
9.Add the beaten egg and mix to combine.
10.Make fish cakes by taking small portions of the salmon mixture (each about 2 tablespoons) and shaping them into cakes.
11.Place the red pepper flakes in a small dish or on a small plate. Dip each cake into the pepper flakes.
12.Grease an oven-proof dish and bake the fish cakes for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown on top.

PROS

These fish cakes are a delicious and spicy way to enjoy leftover salmon.
They are full of flavor and easy to make, making them perfect for a quick and tasty meal.

They are a great source of protein and fiber, and the addition of sweet potatoes provides a healthy dose of vitamins and minerals.

CONS

The spice level might be too high for some people.

These fish cakes contain some fat due to the olive oil and butter, so they should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These fish cakes are packed with omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for heart health.
They also contain sweet potatoes, which are high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and can help regulate blood sugar.
The addition of coriander can help aid digestion and reduce inflammation, and chili peppers have been linked to boosting metabolism and reducing pain.

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