Mock Fried Fish Recipe

Name: Mock Fried Fish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 medium potatoes, peeled; 2 medium onions, finely chopped; vegetable oil (for frying); 1 large eggplant; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; sea salt; fresh ground black pepper; paprika; matzo meal, as required

Servings: persons

1
Boil or steam the potatoes until they are tender, then put them to one side.
2
Preheat the oven to 425F
3
Fry the onions in a little of the oil until they have turned a dark, golden brown colour.
4
Top and tail the eggplant, slice it in half lengthwise, sprinkle the flesh with oil and place them on a greased baking sheet, flesh sides down.
5
Prick the skin in a few places with a fork.
6
Bake the eggplant until the skin starts to shrivel and the flesh is soft (about 20-30 minutes).
7
Scoop out the flesh when it has cooked.
8
Turn the oven down to 350F
9
Mash the potatoes, add the cooked onion, the eggplant flesh, garlic, parsley, season to taste with sea salt, freshly ground black pepper and paprika, then mix in sufficient matzo meal to make a firm [but not hard] consistency.
10
Wet your hands and shape tablespoonfuls of the mixture into patties.
11
Put the patties on oiled baking sheets and sprinkle each one with a little oil.
12
Bake them in the oven for 30 minutes until they are golden brown.
13
Serve them hot or cold with salads and horseradish.

146

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Protein

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 medium potatoes, peeled, 2 medium onions, finely chopped, vegetable oil (for frying), 1 large eggplant, and more.

Yes, Mock Fried Fish falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mock Fried Fish

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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