Why you should make fishcakes with remoulade
These fishcakes with remoulade are perfect for families because they are mild in flavour and very filling. You can use leftovers from previous meals which helps to reduce food waste in your kitchen. Making your own remoulade at home is much better than buying a jar from the shop. It only takes a few minutes to prepare everything from scratch.
How to prepare fishcakes with remoulade
Prepare the base: Boil the potatoes until they are soft and then mash them in a large bowl. Let the potatoes cool down slightly before adding the fish to the mixture. Chop the cod into very small pieces or pulse it quickly in a food processor. Mix the fish and potatoes together until they are well combined.
Season and shape: Add the chopped onion, egg, flour, salt and pepper to the bowl. Stir everything together until you have a thick and sticky paste. Use your hands to shape the mixture into eight round patties of equal size. Place them on a plate and let them rest for a few minutes.
Fry the cakes: Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat. Place the fishcakes in the hot pan and cook them for about five minutes on each side. They should be golden brown and cooked through to the middle. Work in batches if your pan is not large enough to fit them all at once.
Make the sauce: Mix the mayonnaise with the capers, gherkins and curry powder in a small bowl. Stir well to ensure the curry powder is evenly distributed through the sauce. Taste the remoulade and add a little salt or pepper if needed. Serve the hot fishcakes with a generous spoonful of the sauce.
Tips to make fishcakes with remoulade even better
Make sure the potatoes are dry after boiling so the mixture does not become too wet. If the mixture feels too soft, you can add an extra spoonful of flour to help it hold its shape. Chilling the shaped patties in the fridge for 30 minutes can help them stay together better during frying. You can swap the cod for haddock or salmon if you prefer a different flavour. Using a non stick pan makes it much easier to flip the fishcakes with remoulade without them breaking apart. Ensure the oil is hot before adding the fish so they get a nice crust immediately.
You can also try these recipes:
caramel flan,
steak with red wine sauce or
roast leg of lamb.