Beer Batter Fish Cakes Recipe

Name: Beer Batter Fish Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup cooked cod, flaked; 1 large russet potato; 1/4 cup minced onion; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 egg, beaten; 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 2 cups vegetable oil; 10 ounces beer batter frying mix, you can use Kittencal's Beer Battered Fish instead; 1 1/4 cups chilled beer or 1 1/4 cups chilled water

Servings: persons

1 cup cooked cod, flaked
1 large russet potato
1/4 cup minced onion
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 egg, beaten
1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups vegetable oil
10 ounces beer batter frying mix, you can use Kittencal's Beer Battered Fish instead
1 1/4 cups chilled beer or 1 1/4 cups chilled water

1
Cut potato in the middle, in 1/4 inch slices, saving the 4 biggest slices, soak in cold water.
2
Add fish, onions, lemon juice, egg, Old Bay, salt, and pepper, to a mixing bowl; stir well.
3
Shape mixture into patties.
4
Mix beer or water with beer batter mix or use recipe #69213.
5
Combine patty with a slice of potato.
6
Carefully dredge in flour and then in beer batter.
7
With a slotted metal spoon, slowly put in deep fryer of 2 cups vegetable oil.
8
Cook for about 3 minutes or until golden brown.
9
Drain on paper towels.

1177

kcal

Calories

123

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup cooked cod, flaked, 1 large russet potato, 1/4 cup minced onion, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Beer Batter Fish Cakes falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beer Batter Fish Cakes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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