Classic British-Style Fish Cakes
Classic British-Style Fish Cakes feature flaky poached cod and creamy potato formed into patties with a crisp panko crust. Fresh herbs, a hint of lemon zest, and a lively homemade tartar sauce add bright, briny notes that balance the rich, golden exterior. Serve them hot for a cozy weeknight dinner or as a standout appetizer at gatherings.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Classic British-Style Fish Cakes, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 8 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 53 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 28
- Heart Health
- 62
- Metabolic
- 29
- Digestive
- 64
- Inflammatory
- 53
- Performance
- 35
- General Wellness
- 1
Gather all the ingredients.
- 2
In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, capers, shallot, parsley, tarragon, horseradish, mustard, and cayenne to make the tartar sauce, then refrigerate until needed.
- 3
Add milk and bay leaf to a saucepan and arrange the pieces of fish on top. Season with salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for about 1 minute, stirring occasionally. As soon as the fish firms up but before it begins to flake, turn off the heat and cover. Let stand for 5 minutes, then drain. Let cool for about 10 minutes. Refrigerate until needed.
- 4
Meanwhile, bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the russet potato and boil until tender but not falling apart.
- 5
Drain and mash the potato in a bowl. Season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne. Add parsley, chives, and lemon zest; add 1 tablespoon of the tartar sauce mixture. Mix until combined.
- 6
Flake the chilled fish over the top and mix until combined.
- 7
Scoop out 1/4 of the mixture and shape it into a patty. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
- 8
Dust the cakes with flour on both sides. Brush both sides with beaten egg. Coat with bread crumbs.
- 9
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Pan-fry the patties in the hot oil until golden brown and heated through, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
- 10
Drain on paper towels.
- 11
Serve with tartar sauce and enjoy!
- Calories 686.31 kcal High 34%
- Protein 31.0 g Good Source 62%
- Carbohydrate 62.14 g 23%
- Total Fat 35.19 g High 45%
- Saturated Fat 5.32 g High 27%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 122.69 mg High 41%
- Sodium 611.77 mg High 27%
- Dietary Fiber 3.42 g Moderate 12%
- Total Sugars 4.02 g --
- Added Sugars 0.39 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 107.54 mg Low Source 8%
- Iron 3.14 mg Moderate 17%
- Potassium 1002.0 mg Good Source 21%
- Vitamin A 54.39 mcg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin C 14.06 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin D 0.67 mcg Low Source 3%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Fish 🐟
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Classic British Style Fish Cakes is made with 19 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 35 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Capers, Cayenne Pepper, and Dijon Mustard. Each serving provides about 686.31 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Classic British-Style Fish Cakes made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Capers, Cayenne Pepper, Dijon Mustard, Dried Bay Leaves. The full list of 19 is above.
- How long does it take to make Classic British-Style Fish Cakes?
- About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 686.31 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Classic British-Style Fish Cakes easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 19 ingredients and 11 steps.
- Is Classic British-Style Fish Cakes healthy?
- Classic British-Style Fish Cakes has an easyChef Pro health score of 40/100. Per serving, it provides 686.31 calories and 31.0 g of protein, or 62% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of potassium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 611.77 mg (27% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.32 g (27% of the Daily Value). It contains Fish, Eggs, Milk, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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