Low Carb Crispy Fried Fish Cakes
Crispy, golden, and packed with flavor, these Low Carb Crispy Fried Fish Cakes are a deliciously guilt-free twist on a comforting classic. Made with tender white fish fillets like cod or haddock, blended with almond flour for a gluten-free crunch and seasoned with fresh parsley, lemon zest, and garlic, these fish cakes are as nutritious as they are satisfying. Perfectly browned in coconut or olive oil, they offer a delightful crisp texture while remaining keto-friendly. Ready in just 35 minutes and easy to shape into bite-sized cakes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant appetizer platters. Served with a squeeze of fresh lemon, these protein-packed fish cakes are guaranteed to elevate your low-carb meal repertoire.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams White fish fillets (e.g., cod or haddock), skinless and boneless
- 2 large Eggs
- 100 grams Almond flour
- 30 grams Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 stalks Green onions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 100 ml Coconut oil or olive oil, for frying
- 1 Lemon wedges, for serving
Directions
Step 1
Place the white fish fillets in a food processor and pulse until finely minced. Alternatively, chop finely with a knife.
Step 2
Transfer the minced fish to a large mixing bowl.
Step 3
Add eggs, almond flour, chopped parsley, chopped green onions, lemon zest, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the fish.
Step 4
Mix thoroughly with a spoon or your hands until well combined.
Step 5
Shape the mixture into 8-10 small cakes, about 1-1.5 cm thick each. Place them on a plate.
Step 6
Heat coconut oil or olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
Step 7
Add the fish cakes in batches to the pan, ensuring not to overcrowd it.
Step 8
Fry each side for about 3-4 minutes, or until the fish cakes are golden brown and crispy.
Step 9
Use a spatula to carefully flip the fish cakes halfway through cooking.
Step 10
Once cooked, transfer the fish cakes to a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.
Step 11
Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (905.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2058.4 |
| Total Fat 162.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 89.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 622mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2826.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 32.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.6g | |
| Protein 126.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 1082IU | 0% |
| Calcium 450.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2122.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories