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Cheddar and Cod Fish Cakes

Cultural Context

Cheddar and Cod Fish Cakes are a beloved dish in Canada, often enjoyed as a comforting meal or appetizer. They reflect the country's coastal heritage, where fish is a staple ingredient, and showcase the blend of British and French culinary influences. Today, variations abound, with many home cooks adding their own twist, making these cakes a versatile dish enjoyed across the nation.

CanadianCAmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
cod fillets
1 tbsp butter
2 cups potatoes
Worcestershire sauce
1 egg
Dijon mustard
3 green onions
parsley
150 g Canadian mild cheese
4 cups crispy rice cereal
canola oil
salt
black pepper

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while still providing flavor.

cod fillets

🥗Healthier: pollock

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Pollock is a healthier alternative with a similar texture.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: instant mashed potatoes

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: aquafaba

Flaxseed meal serves as a binder for a vegan option.

1

Melt 1 tbsp of butter in a medium skillet.

2

Season cod fillets with salt and pepper.

3

Cook cod fillets on one side for about 4 minutes.

4

Mash 2 cups of potatoes in a bowl.

5

Add Worcestershire sauce, 1 egg, and Dijon mustard to the mashed potatoes.

6

Slice 3 green onions and add to the potato mixture.

7

Add parsley and 150 g of grated Canadian mild cheese to the bowl.

8

Remove the cod from the skillet and let it cool for a few minutes.

9

Flake the cooled cod and add it to the potato mixture, mixing gently to keep large pieces of cod.

10

Form the mixture into patties using a 1/3 cup ice cream scoop.

11

Roll the patties in crushed crispy rice cereal to coat.

12

Heat a skillet to medium heat and melt some butter with a little canola oil.

13

Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on one side until golden brown.

14

Turn the patties and cook for another 4 minutes until golden on the other side.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmashingmixingfryingbaking

Equipment Needed

medium skilletmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fishdairyegg

Also Known As

Cod CakesCheddar Fish Cakes

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