Barbados Fish Cakes
Savor the taste of the Caribbean with these delectable Barbados fish cakes! Made with fresh fish, aromatic herbs, and a blend of spices, these golden-brown cakes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
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Ingredients
- 1/2 lb salted cod fish
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh marjoram, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 large hot pepper, deseeded and finely chopped
- oil for frying
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- If using saltfish, soak it in water for a few hours to remove excess salt, then boil until tender. Drain, flake, and remove any bones. For fresh fish, simply cook until flaky, then flake.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to ensure even distribution.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the lightly beaten egg, milk, and melted butter until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- In a heavy frying pan, heat the oil and sauté the onions until they are soft. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Gently fold in the chopped parsley, marjoram, thyme, flaked cod fish, cooked onion, garlic and finely chopped hot pepper until evenly distributed throughout the batter. Season with the salt and pepper.
- In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat about 1 inch of oil over medium heat until hot (around 180°C or 350°F).
- Using a spoon or your hands, drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, flattening them slightly. Fry the fish cakes in batches, about 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Enjoy the fish cakes warm, accompanied by a tangy dipping sauce or your favorite condiments.
Notes
Makes 10 fishcakes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1fish cakeCalories: 146kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 17gFat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gSodium: 1835mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 92mgIron: 1mg
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