Viskoekies (Fish Cakes)
Viskoekies (Fish Cakes). Enjoy the rich, comforting flavors that make this dish a timeless favorite.
Ingrédients
- 2 cups cooked flaked fish (hake, snoek, or canned pilchards drained)
- 2 medium potatoes (boiled and mashed)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp flour (plus extra for dusting)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- salt and black pepper to taste
- oil for frying
- ½ tsp curry powder (Cape-style twist) (optional)
- 1 clove garlic (minced) (optional)
- Zest of ½ lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the mixture: In a bowl, combine flaked fish, mashed potatoes, onion, egg, flour, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.Mix until well combined.
- Shape: Form into 8–10 patties.Lightly dust with flour.
- Chill (optional but recommended): Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to help them hold shape.
- Fry: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.Fry for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
- Drain: Place on paper towel to remove excess oil.
