High Protein Crispy Fried Fish Cakes
Transform your dinner game with these High Protein Crispy Fried Fish Cakes—perfectly golden, tender, and bursting with flavor! Made with nutrient-rich white fish fillets and protein-packed chickpeas, these fish cakes are a wholesome twist on the classic. Fresh parsley, green onions, and garlic bring vibrant, aromatic notes, while smoked paprika adds a subtle smoky depth. Panko breadcrumbs ensure an irresistibly crispy finish, expertly pan-fried in olive oil for a satisfying crunch. Quick and easy to prepare, these fish cakes are an ideal high-protein meal that’s great for busy weeknights or elegant entertaining. Serve them warm with a side salad or your favorite dipping sauce for a dish everyone will crave!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams skinless boneless white fish fillets
- 400 grams cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 piece large egg
- 4 pieces green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
Begin by roughly chopping the white fish fillets into small chunks and set aside.
In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, egg, green onions, parsley, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until you have a coarse mixture.
Add the chopped fish, smoked paprika, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the food processor. Pulse a few more times until the fish is incorporated but not completely smooth. You want some texture in the mixture.
Transfer the fish mixture into a mixing bowl and add the panko breadcrumbs. Mix everything until thoroughly combined. The mixture should be firm enough to form patties.
Shape the mixture into 8 equal-sized patties with your hands.
Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, carefully add the fish cakes to the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside and the fish is cooked through.
Remove the fish cakes from the skillet and let them drain on a paper towel-lined plate to remove any excess oil.
Serve the crispy fish cakes warm with your favorite dipping sauce or a side salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1925 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.4 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 436 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 3681 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.3 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.4 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.8 g | ||
| Protein | 151.1 g | 302% | |
| Vitamin D | 26.0 mcg | 130% | |
| Calcium | 425 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 18.6 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 3090 mg | 66% | |
*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.
