Ingredients
- 1 pound of fresh fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or salmon)
- 1/2 cup of panko bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup of chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons of Sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon of fish sauce
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
For the mango salsa, you will need:
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup of chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
- 2 tablespoons of lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Instructions
2. Cut the fish fillets into small pieces and place them in a food processor. Pulse until the fish is finely chopped.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped fish, panko bread crumbs, cilantro, green onions, Sriracha sauce, fish sauce, and beaten egg. Mix well.
4. Form the mixture into patties, about 2 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch thick. Coat each patty in flour.
5. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fish cakes and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
6. Transfer the fish cakes to a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, until cooked through.
7. While the fish cakes are baking, prepare the mango salsa. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the diced mangoes, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño pepper, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
8. Serve the fish cakes hot with the mango salsa on top.
Variations
- Use different types of fish, such as shrimp or crab.
- Add more spice with extra jalapeño peppers or hot sauce.
- Try different herbs and spices, such as parsley, basil, or cumin.
- Replace the mango salsa with a different type of fruit salsa, such as pineapple or peach.
Nutrition Information
This recipe makes 4 servings. The nutrition information per serving is:
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 23 g |
| Carbohydrates | 37 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 105 mg |
| Sodium | 880 mg |
| Potassium | 660 mg |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 22 g |
Conclusion
Spicy fish cakes with mango salsa are a delicious and healthy meal that is sure to impress. This recipe is easy to prepare and can be customized to suit your tastes. Whether you’re cooking for a special occasion or just looking for a tasty weeknight dinner, give this recipe a try. Your taste buds will thank you!
