Best 6 Cod Fish Cakes Bermuda Recipes

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In the culinary realm, codfish cakes reign supreme as a delectable dish with a rich history, particularly in the enchanting island of Bermuda. These golden-brown patties, crafted with finely flaked codfish, tender potatoes, and an array of aromatic herbs and spices, embody the essence of comfort food. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of textures, from the soft and flaky fish to the crispy exterior, complemented by the subtle sweetness of potatoes and the vibrant flavors of herbs. Codfish cakes transcend time and culture, enjoyed as a hearty breakfast, a savory lunch, or a delightful dinner. Whether served alongside a vibrant green salad or nestled between slices of soft bread, these culinary gems promise a satisfying and memorable dining experience. This article presents an enticing collection of codfish cake recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From traditional Bermudian codfish cakes bursting with flavor to inventive variations incorporating modern ingredients, there's a recipe here to suit every palate.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

COD FISH CAKES (BERMUDA)



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I used this recipe for week 30 of my food blog, "Travel by Stove." I am attempting to cook on meal from every nation on Earth, and Bermuda is my 30th stop. Please note that I never use any recipe for my blog that I'm not reasonably sure is from authentic or traditional sources, and this recipe has been posted without any alternations or additions to the ingredients. These cod fish cakes are really more like potato cakes with a little bit of cod meat added. I think they work best as a side dish.

Provided by GiddyUpGo

Categories     Potato

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb cod
3 cups mashed potatoes
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/4 teaspoon thyme leaves
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 small onion (chopped or grated)
cooking oil
flour

Steps:

  • Cook the fish and flake it with a fork.
  • Mix the fish with the mashed potatoes. Beat the egg in a large bowl, then add it to the potato mixture.
  • Mix well, then season with the salt, pepper, thyme, parsley and onion. Dust a large plate with flour, then shape the mixture into patties and arrange on the plate. Dust the tops with a little more flour.
  • Heat a generous amount of oil in a skillet and add the fish cakes. Fry on both sides until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125, Fat 1.4, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 49.2, Sodium 278.2, Carbohydrate 14.9, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 1.6, Protein 12.5

COD CAKES



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Cod cakes are terrific with cod, but can be made with any white-fleshed fish. Poach the fillets in bay-leaf-scented water, then flake the cooled meat into a New Englandish mirepoix of sautéed onions and celery. Eggs and cracker crumbs will help bind everything together below a drift of spice. Make sure to leave some time to chill the resulting patties in the refrigerator - the cold will help them set up so they don't fall apart in the sauté pan. A light smear of mayonnaise on the exterior of the cakes before you fry them will encourage the most glorious crust. Serve with a thatch of green salad, a bowl of chowder or a neat pile of slaw.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     cakes, appetizer, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings as a main course, 6 to 8 servings as an appetizer

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 peppercorns
1 bay leaf
1 lemon, cut into eighths
1 pound cod fillets, or other white flaky fish
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 ribs celery, trimmed, peeled and diced
1 medium-size yellow onion, peeled and diced
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 heaping tablespoon mayonnaise, homemade or store-bought
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning, Lawry's Seasoned Salt or 1 teaspoon paprika and 1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, or to taste
1 ''sleeve'' unsalted saltine crackers, crushed, or 1 heaping cup panko bread crumbs
1/2 bunch parsley, roughly chopped
1/4 cup neutral oil, like canola

Steps:

  • Fill a shallow, wide pan with high sides with about an inch of water, and set it over high heat. Add the peppercorns, bay leaf and 1 section of the lemon to the water, and allow it to come to a bare simmer. Place the fish into this poaching liquid, and cook, barely simmering, until the flesh has just begun to whiten all the way through, approximately 6 to 8 minutes. Using a wide spatula, carefully remove the fish from the water, and set aside to cool.
  • Empty the pan, and return it to the stove, over medium-high heat. Add the butter, and allow it to melt, swirling it around the pan. When the butter foams, add the celery, onions and garlic, and sauté, stirring often, until the vegetables soften and the onions turn translucent, then transfer them to a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, mustard, eggs, salt, pepper and seasoning salt (or paprika and hot-pepper flakes), then add this mixture to the bowl with the sautéed vegetables, pour the crushed saltines or bread crumbs over them and stir to combine. Add the parsley, and stir again.
  • Flake the cooked fish into the binding sauce carefully, keeping the flakes as whole as you can manage, then gather them into small balls, and form them into patties, 4-6 for a main course, 6-8 for an appetizer. Place them on a sheet pan or platter, cover loosely with plastic wrap and transfer them to the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set.
  • Set a large sauté pan over high heat, and add to it the neutral oil. When the oil is shimmering, remove the fish cakes from the refrigerator, and carefully sauté the patties until they are golden brown, approximately 4 to 5 minutes a side. Work in batches if necessary. (A small smear of mayonnaise on the exterior of the patties will give them a crisp crust.) Serve them alone, or with greens dressed in a lemony vinaigrette, with the remaining wedges of lemon.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 361, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 443 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

COD FISH CAKES



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Delicious fish cakes made with cod, potatoes, onion, butter, and parsley! You can substitute salmon for cod if you would rather make salmon cakes.

Provided by DRAGON11

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large potatoes, peeled and halved
1 pound cod fillets, cubed
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon grated onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 egg
3 tablespoons oil for frying

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a large pot of water, bring the water to a boil. Let the potatoes cook until they are almost tender.
  • Add the fish to the pot and let the fish and potatoes cook until they are both soft. Drain well and transfer the potatoes and fish to a large mixing bowl.
  • Add butter, onion, parsley, and egg to the bowl; mash the mixture together. Mold the mixture into patties.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over a medium-high heat. Fry the patties on both sides until golden brown. Drain on paper towels before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.7 calories, Carbohydrate 38.8 g, Cholesterol 98.4 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 131.1 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

COD FISH CAKES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h24m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 pound salt cod
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 bay leaf
4 peppercorns
2 cups water
2 to 3 cups boiled potatoes
Seasonings (possible suggestions: onion, parsley, black pepper, or other)
2 eggs
Salt
Butter or bacon drippings
2 cups cornmeal

Steps:

  • Soak the salt cod in cold water. Salt cod needs a long soaking to remove the preserving salt, so start at least 1 day in advance. First, wash off excess salt under cold, running water. Place fish in a bowl, or crock, of cold water and refrigerate, changing the water several times. Soak until the fish feels soft and almost fresh, this will take a good 24 hours.
  • Poach the salt cod. In a 2-quart pan, add onion, bay leaf, peppercorns, and water and bring to a simmer. After 5 minutes, add the drained soaked codfish and enough water to cover the fish. Bring to a simmer. When it comes to a simmer, cover immediately, and remove pan from heat (salt cod toughens if simmered more than a few seconds). Let stand for 10 minutes or until you are ready to use it.
  • Drain the fish and flake it into a bowl. In a separate bowl, mash the potatoes. Using your hands or a wooden fork, mix the mashed potatoes in with flaked cod. The portions are up to you, more potato than fish is usually the norm. Suggested seasonings to be added at this point are chopped onion, chopped parsley, pepper, etc. In a cup, beat eggs with a pinch of salt. Beat 3/4 of eggs into the fish and potato mixture. Add more egg by drops if mixture is very stiff. Add a little cornmeal if the mixture is too wet. Let cool 20 minutes for easy forming.
  • In a frying pan, heat about 1/2-inch of butter or bacon grease. Shape cod mixture into small patties, being sure to flatten out the centers. Just before placing in the frying pan, coat patties with cornmeal. Fry 2 to 3 minutes on each side until browned. Remove to a tray lined with paper towels. Keep warm in 200 degree F oven while frying the remaining.

BERMUDA FISH CAKES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time P1DT20m

Yield Yield: 8 cakes

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 ounces chopped onion
1/2-ounce chopped garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-ounce curry powder
1-ounce fresh chopped thyme
1-ounce fresh chopped parsley
1 pound cooked, roughly smashed potatoes
8 ounces salted cod fish (soaked and rinsed 3 times over the previous 24 hours in the refrigerator, poached in water for 8 minutes)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Cream
2 ounces flour
Oil, for frying

Steps:

  • In a heavy bottom pan, saute the onion and garlic until cooked. Add the curry powder and herbs and cook for 1 minute. Add the potato and flaked cod fish to the pan and mix together. Season with salt and pepper. Add enough cream to make the mixture workable. On a floured surface, shape the fish cakes and fry in shallow oil on each side for 5 to 6 minutes over a medium heat.

COD FISH CAKES



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These delectable little babies are easy to put together using a food processor. They are delicious served with a horseradish tartar sauce (posted seperately) and salad.

Provided by MarieRynr

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 1/4 lbs fresh cod, bones removed
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves
1 egg, lightly beaten
3 dashes Tabasco sauce (to taste)
1/3 cup fine dry breadcrumb

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200*F. Heat 1 TBS olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper. Cook until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • Cut fish into large chunks; pulse in a food processor to coarsely chop. Transfer to a medium bowl. Add onion, tarragon, egg and Tabasco, combining well. Add remaining salt and pepper. Form 8 3-inch patties; dredge them in bread crumbs, shaking off excess.
  • Heat 1 TBS oil in a large skillet, over medium low heat. Cook 4 patties until browned, about 4 to 5 minutes on each side. Remove to a baking sheet, cover with aluminium foil, and keep warm in oven while you cook the other 4. Wipe out skillet, return to heat and add remaining oil. Cook remaining patties and serve immediately with tartar sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.7, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 113.8, Sodium 1034.6, Carbohydrate 10.4, Fiber 1, Sugar 2.3, Protein 28.4

Tips:

  • Choose the right cod. Use fresh or frozen cod fillets that are firm and white. Avoid fillets that are soft or have a yellowish tint.
  • Soak the cod in milk. This will help to remove any excess salt and make the fish cakes more tender.
  • Use a food processor to shred the cod. This will help to create a smooth and even texture for the fish cakes.
  • Add plenty of seasonings to the fish cakes. This will help to add flavor and depth to the dish.
  • Be careful not to overmix the fish cakes. Overmixing will make them tough.
  • Cook the fish cakes over medium heat. This will help to prevent them from burning.
  • Serve the fish cakes with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular options include tartar sauce, remoulade, and cocktail sauce.

Conclusion:

Cod fish cakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be served with a variety of dipping sauces. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a party, cod fish cakes are a great option.

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