Norwegian Fiskekaker – Pan-Fried Fish Cakes
A beloved Norwegian comfort food, Fiskekaker are mild, fluffy fish cakes made with white fish and potatoes, often served with brown sauce, boiled potatoes, and vegetables.
Ingredients (Serves 4):
* 500g white fish (haddock, cod), boneless
* 1 small potato, boiled and mashed
* 1 egg
* 150ml milk or cream
* 2 tbsp flour
* ½ tsp ground white pepper
* Salt, butter or oil for frying
Instructions:
1. Blend fish with mashed potato, egg, flour, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
2. Shape into patties with wet hands.
3. Fry in butter/oil over medium heat until golden brown on both sides.
4. Serve with potatoes, carrots, and optional gravy.
Norwegian Tip:
Traditionally served with creamy brown gravy (brun saus) and lingonberry jam.
Norwegian Fiskekaker – Pan-Fried Fish Cakes
A beloved Norwegian comfort food, Fiskekaker are mild, fluffy fish cakes made with white fish and potatoes, often served with brown sauce, boiled potatoes, and vegetables.
Ingredients (Serves 4):
* 500g white fish (haddock, cod), boneless
* 1 small potato, boiled and mashed
* 1 egg
* 150ml milk or cream
* 2 tbsp flour
* ½ tsp ground white pepper
* Salt, butter or oil for frying
Instructions:
1. Blend fish with mashed potato, egg, flour, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
2. Shape into patties with wet hands.
3. Fry in butter/oil over medium heat until golden brown on both sides.
4. Serve with potatoes, carrots, and optional gravy.
Norwegian Tip:
Traditionally served with creamy brown gravy (brun saus) and lingonberry jam.
