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Easy Fish Cutlets

Delicious fish cutlets for a taste of Sri Lankan and Indian cuisine. Made with white fish, salmon and potato filling, these tasty fish cakes and coated in breadcrumbs before deep-fried in oil for a crispy finish.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian, Sri Lankan
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet
  • wire rack
  • potato masher

Ingredients

Fish Cutlet Filling

  • 2 russet potatoes washed and peeled
  • 1 tbsp cooking oil
  • 1 large white onion chopped
  • 1 inch fresh ginger grated
  • ½ tsp turmeric powder
  • 2 green chilies finely chopped
  • 3 curry leaves
  • ½ lb salmon fillets boneless and roughly chopped
  • ½ lb cod fillets boneless and roughly chopped
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • salt to taste

Breadcrumb Coating

  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups breadcrumbs

Instructions

  • Peel and wash potatoes. Add to pot of boiling water. Boil until potatoes are soft through, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove from water. Add to a large bowl and mash until light and fluffy.
  • Heat oil in a pan or skillet over medium-low heat. Add the green chilies and curry leaves and heat for 3-5 minutes.
  • Add onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until onions are aromatic and start to brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Increase heat to medium-high. Add chopped salmon and cod fillets, and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat and leave to cool
  • In a large bowl, add the fish mixture, mashed potatoes, and garam masala. Combine well. Add salt to taste.
  • Form 20-30 small bowls from the cutlet mixture, pressing each one lightly to form round patties.
  • Crack and whisk the egg in a small bowl. Pour the breadcrumbs into another bowl.
  • Dip each patty into the egg mixture, covering evenly, and then roll in breadcrumbs. Place each coated patty on a wire rack or baking tray.
  • Heat cooking oil in a skillet or pan over medium-high heat. In small batches, place the cutlets in the oil and fry until golden, flipping halfway through.
  • When each cutlet is done, remove from the pan and place a wire rack to cool and drain
  • Serve immediately and enjoy