Fish Cushions with Papaya Raisin Dip
Elevate your seafood game with these crispy and flavorful Fish Cushions with Papaya Raisin Dip—a perfect fusion of texture and taste! Tender, marinated white fish fillets are wrapped in delicate spring roll wrappers, forming golden-brown, crispy "cushions" that are lightly seasoned with garlic, cilantro, and cumin for a burst of aromatic flavor. The star of the dish is the exotic and tangy Papaya Raisin Dip, a silky blend of sweet papaya, golden raisins, lime juice, and a hint of honey, creating a vibrant sauce that complements the crispy fish perfectly. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is an impressive appetizer or light meal that brings a tropical twist to your table. Serve these irresistible bites warm for a crowd-pleasing treat that’s as easy to make as it is to enjoy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces White fish fillets (e.g., cod, tilapia)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 sheets Spring roll wrappers
- 1 cup Papaya, peeled and diced
- 0.25 cup Golden raisins
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
Preheat the frying oil in a deep pan over medium heat to around 350°F (180°C).
Season the fish fillets with salt, black pepper, minced garlic, cilantro, and ground cumin. Drizzle olive oil over the fillets and let them marinate for 10 minutes.
Lay out the spring roll wrappers and place a marinated fish fillet in the center of each wrapper. Fold the edges over the fish to create a sealed 'cushion' parcel.
Secure the edges with a little water to ensure they stay closed while frying.
Gently lower the fish cushions into the hot vegetable oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and set them on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
To prepare the papaya raisin dip: combine the diced papaya, golden raisins, lime juice, honey, cumin powder, and water in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and adjust the sweetness or tanginess to taste by adding extra honey or lime juice, if needed.
Serve the crispy fish cushions warm alongside the papaya raisin dip as a dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1984 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 153.2 g | 196% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.7 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 2624 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.4 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.0 g | ||
| Protein | 91.8 g | 184% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.0 mcg | 100% | |
| Calcium | 199 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2210 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
