Lemon Horseradish Fish Cakes Recipe

Ingredients

Estimated total cost: €13.10 · €2.18/serving

• 3 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oilEst. price €0.18–€0.45
• 2 pounds of succulent tilapia fillets (approximately 6 pieces)Est. price €10.00–€18.00
• Coarse sea salt and freshly ground black pepperEst. price €0.02–€0.05
• 2 large eggs, gently whiskedEst. price €0.40–€0.70
• 1/2 cup of delicate light mayonnaiseEst. price €0.50–€1.20
• 1/2 cup of roughly chopped vibrant fresh flat-leaf parsley, along with sprigs for an optional garnishEst. price €0.40–€0.80
• 1/4 cup of zesty fresh lemon juice (squeezed from around 2 lemons)Est. price €0.15–€0.30
• 3 tablespoons of piquant prepared horseradishEst. price €0.60–€1.20
• 1 1/2 cups of rustic cracker crumbs (derived from roughly 36 crackers)Est. price €0.75–€1.50
• Tartar sauce, for serving, if desiredEst. price €0.10–€0.25

Steps

1. 1

   Start by preheating the oven to 400°F. Brush 1 1/2 teaspoons of oil onto each of two rimmed baking sheets. Next, arrange the fillets on the prepared sheets and season them with salt and pepper. Roast the fillets in the oven until they are fully cooked, which should take around 10 to 15 minutes. Once done, allow the fish to cool down completely before gently drying them off with paper towels. Finally, using a fork, carefully flake the fish into small pieces for further use.

2. 2

   Begin by mixing eggs, mayonnaise, parsley, lemon juice, and horseradish in a spacious bowl. Add the fish and 1/2 cup of cracker crumbs, then season with salt and pepper. Spread out 1 cup of crumbs on a plate. Shape the mixture into 16 cakes, each using approximately 1/4 cup of the fish mixture. Carefully coat the cakes with the crumbs by lightly pressing them to ensure they stick well.

3. 3

   Begin by heating 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place 8 cakes into the skillet and cook until they are golden brown, which should take about 4 to 6 minutes on each side. Once cooked, transfer the cakes to a serving platter. Repeat this process with the remaining tablespoon of oil and any remaining cakes. Finally, serve the cakes with tartar sauce and garnish with parsley sprigs if desired.

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• Cultural note

  Fish cakes are a popular dish in many cultures, with variations found in cuisines around the world. The addition of horseradish and lemon in this recipe gives it a unique and modern twist, combining traditional flavors with contemporary ingredients.

• Seasonal note

  This dish can be enjoyed year-round as the main ingredients like tilapia, eggs, parsley, and lemon are typically available in grocery stores throughout the year.

• Health note

  These Lemon Horseradish Fish Cakes are a good source of protein, providing 30g per serving. They also contain essential vitamins A and C from the parsley and lemon juice. However, watch out for the high cholesterol and sodium content, with 130mg of cholesterol and 500mg of sodium per serving.