Crispy Pan-Seared Fish Cakes

Crispy Pan-Seared Fish Cakes

45 mins
easy
4 servings

Delicious and easy-to-make crispy fish cakes, perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a special occasion. These flavorful bites are packed with protein and bursting with fresh flavors.

AppetizerEasyFish

Equipment Needed

  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing Bowls

Ingredients

  • 400.00 gCod fillets(Fresh cod fillets are best, but you can use other white fish.)
  • 100.00 gBreadcrumbs(Panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.)
  • 50.00 mlMilk(For soaking the breadcrumbs.)
  • 1.00 Egg(For binding the mixture.)
  • 1.00 tspLemon zest(Freshly grated lemon zest adds brightness.)
  • 2.00 clovesGarlic(Minced garlic for flavor.)
  • 2.00 tbspParsley(Chopped fresh parsley for garnish.)
  • 1.00 tspSalt(To taste.)
  • 0.50 tspBlack pepper(To taste.)
  • 2.00 tbspOlive oil(For frying.)

Instructions

1

Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

2

Combine breadcrumbs and milk in a bowl. Let it soak for 5 minutes.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

Flake the cod fillets into a bowl.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

4

Squeeze out excess milk from the breadcrumbs.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

5

Mix the cod, breadcrumbs, egg, lemon zest, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

6

Form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

7

Coat each patty in breadcrumbs.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

8

Heat olive oil in the skillet.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

9

Carefully place the fish cakes in the hot oil.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

10

Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.

Estimated time: 8 minutes

11

Drain on paper towels.

Estimated time: 2 minutes