Irish Fish Cakes

Irish Fish Cakes

Irish Fish Cakes

Irish fish cakes are a popular pub food all over Ireland. The fish cakes were created during the great potato famine; where fish was an inexpensive ingredient due to Ireland being surrounded by water. Typically, cod is used, but haddock, whitefish, tilapia, and even salmon are suitable substitutes.
Prep Time45 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Irish
Keyword: European, fish, irish, main course
Author: Alex Gorgos

Ingredients

  • 1 lb cod
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 1/2 cups russet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped
  • 1 tbsp tarragon
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  • Place the cod fillets in a pot with the bay leaves. Pour in the milk. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes. Flip the fillets and cook for 2 more minutes. Turn off the heat, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes until the fillets are cooked through. Scoop out the fillets and let cool in a bowl.
  • In another pot, boil the potatoes until fork tender; about 8-10 minutes. Strain, then place in the bowl with the cod, allowing to cool.
  • Mash the potatoes and cod together with a fork.
  • Add in all of the ingredients.
  • Mix thoroughly together.
  • Form into 1/3 cup cakes. Let rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Heat an 1/8” of vegetable oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Place the fish cakes in the pan.
  • Fry for 5-6 minutes a side until golden brown and crispy.