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Samak Koufta ~ Emirati Fish Cakes

Course Snack
Cuisine Emirati
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Author Rafeeda

Ingredients

  • 600 gm fish fillet. minced
  • 1/2 cup chopped parsley
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 large onion minced and browned in little oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 2 tsp bezaar spice mix
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin powder
  • Extra breadcrumbs for coating
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients from fish to cumin powder and rub all in till well combined.
  • Shape into thin patties and roll them into the extra breadcrumbs to lightly coat.
  • Heat oil enough to shallow fry. Cook both sides till golden brown and done from inside.
  • Drain on a kitchen towel.
  • Serve warm as side to rice or a tea snack.

Notes

I minced the fish fillet in my grinder jar. You can use your food processor too.