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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 9 servings
Calories 188 kcal

Ingredients
 

For the fish base:

  • 1.3 lb white fish fillets boneless and skinless
  • 2 medium potatoes boiled and mashed
  • 1 small onion very finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
  • 1 small bunch parsley
  • 1 small bunch dill

For the crust and frying:

  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • sunflower oil

For the sauce:

  • cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • fresh dill
  • lemon juice to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cut the fish fillets into small cubes or pulse them quickly in a food processor, just until roughly chopped – you want some texture, not a smooth paste.
  • In a large bowl, combine the chopped fish, mashed potatoes, onion, garlic, egg, the 2 tablespoons of breadcrumbs and the chopped herbs. Season generously with salt and pepper and mix lightly.
  • Use your hand to mix everything until well combined. Divide the mixture into 9 equal portions, shape each into a ball, then gently flatten into a thick disc.
  • Coat each patty in breadcrumbs on both sides, pressing gently so the crunchy layer sticks well.
  • Heat a generous layer of oil in a wide skillet over medium heat. Fry the patties for about 4–5 minutes per side, until deep golden-brown and crispy.
  • Transfer the patties to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Serve hot with the yogurt sauce and lemon wedges.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the Greek yogurt or sour cream, mayonnaise, chopped dill and a squeeze of lemon juice. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, then chill until serving.

Notes

  1. For the best texture, chop the fish by hand or pulse briefly in a food processor so it stays slightly chunky.
  2. Let the mashed potatoes cool before mixing to avoid a sticky, gummy mixture.
  3. If the mixture feels too soft to shape, chill it for 15–20 minutes or add a little extra breadcrumb.
  4. Keep the oil at medium heat so the patties cook through without burning on the outside.
  5. The yogurt dill sauce can be made in advance and kept chilled for a deeper, more developed flavor.
  6. To make the patties kid-friendly, chop the herbs very finely and serve with a mild dipping sauce and fries or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 188kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 52mg | Sodium: 164mg | Potassium: 475mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 47IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 2mg
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