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26 fish cakes recipes for easy dinners

Versatile crowd pleasers.
Thai-style prawn burgers

Thai-style prawn burgers (recipe below).

If you’re looking for a quick, tasty and nutritious dinner idea for the family, you can’t go past the humble fish cake. They’re delicious enjoyed on their own, served on a bun, or accompanied by a fresh garden salad. Here, we’ve shared our favourite ways to make fish patties, using everything from tinned salmon and tuna, to fresh prawns and fish fillets. You’ll find Asian-inspired recipes such as Thai fish cakes, alongside fish cakes made with mashed potato. We’ve got you covered tonight!

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Salmon cakes with apple salad

Salmon cakes with apple salad

A delicious budget-friendly dinner.

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Thai prawn burgers

Thai prawn burgers

Love burgers and love seafood? These Thai style prawn burgers are the perfect fusion.

Salmon patties

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Salmon patties

Salmon patties

Packed with textures of flaky salmon and creamy mash, these patties make an excellent snack for kids and adults alike.

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Salmon rissoles

Salmon rissoles

Salmon rissoles are a retro classic. We’ve given the recipe a zhoosh and created three quick sauces so you can change the flavour depending on the contents of your fridge and pantry.

Tuna Potato Cakes

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Tuna potato cakes

Tuna potato cakes

You say scallop, we say cake. Each to their own, as they say. Whatever you call these little beauties, make sure you make plenty of them, because they won’t last long.

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Air fryer fish cakes

Air fryer red curry fish cakes

These simple Thai fish cakes are moist and juicy when cooked in your air fryer. Flavoured with lime and red Thai curry paste, they’re super tasty too

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Classic fish cakes

Classic fish cakes

If you’re looking for a quick, tasty and nutritious dinner idea for the family, you can’t go past the humble fish cake. Great for using up mash potato

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Dukkah salmon patties with zucchini and asparagus salad

Dukkah salmon patties with zucchini and asparagus salad

Get your little ones eating more seafood with these super tasty salmon patties with dukkah coating for a lovely flavour and crunch.

ASIAN-STYLEFISHCAKES

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Asian-style fish cakes

Serve these crispy Asian-style fish cakes with spicy dipping sauce for a tantalising starter or light meal. If you like the extra kick, add some more chilli.

red curry fish cakes

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Red curry fish cakes

Red curry fish cakes

Salmon Cakes with Chilli Salt Chips

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Salmon cakes with chilli salt chips

Salmon cakes with chilli salt chips

Crunch your way through this spicy take on the classic fish and chips. These garlic-infused salmon cakes go perfectly with chilli chips; just squeeze some fresh lime over the top for a final zesty touch.

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Thai fish burgers with pickled vegetables

Thai fish burgers with pickled vegetables

Escape to Thailand with these delicious Thai fish burgers with pickled vegetables! Loaded with fresh authentic Asian flavours and textures, you simply can’t resist this dish!

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Thai fish cakes with noodle salad

Thai fish cakes with noodle salad

Redfish, usually sold skinned as fillets, is ideal for these fish cakes because of its delicate flavour. You can, however, use practically any mild-flavoured, skinless fish fillet.

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Thai fish cake sliders

Thai fish cake sliders

Buns, rolls, baps and sliders make a perfect vehicle for tasty fillings. Depending on the style of filling, they are ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a party, mid-week dinner or Sunday supper.

thai fish cake skewers

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Thai fish cake skewers

Thai fish cake skewers

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Crab cakes with apple salad

Crab cakes with apple salad

These crispy crab cakes are perfect served with a slice of lemon and a fresh green apple salad.

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Dukkah salmon patties with zucchini and asparagus salad

Dukkah salmon patties with zucchini and asparagus salad

Get your little ones eating more seafood with these super tasty salmon patties from the ‘Healthy Family Eating’ cookbook from The Australian Women’s Weekly and Disney. The dukkah coating provides lovely flavour and crunch.

asian-style fish cakes with cucumber and carrot salad

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Asian-style fish cakes with cucumber and carrot salad

Asian-style fish cakes with cucumber and carrot salad

With the stunning, fragrant flavours of ginger, chilli, coriander and lime, these juicy Asian fish cakes make a delicious and light meal.

thai-style fish cakes with cucumber chilli pickle

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Thai-style fish cakes with cucumber chilli pickle

This tasty fish cakes are made in the Thai-style, which involves processing whatever meat your using almost to a paste, this gives the cakes their unique texture. Serve these with cucumber chilli pickle and sweet chilli sauce for dipping.

Gluten- and dairy-free recipes

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Fish cakes with herb salad

With a kick of chilli and fragrant lemongrass dipping sauce, these authentic fish cakes make a quick and tasty meal.

fish and coriander cakes

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Fish and coriander cakes

Fish and coriander cakes

fish cakes

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Fish cakes

Fish cakes

Thai fish burger

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Thai fish burger

Thai fish burger

Not your average burger, this version is made with Thai flavours and a fish patty for a lighter burger

Salmon patties

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Salmon patties

Salmon patties

We’ve jazzed up this classic favourite using fresh salmon fillets, dill and gherkins – served with lemon-mayo for an extra special touch.

Pea, tarragon, prawn and almond cakes

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Pea, tarragon, prawn and almond cakes

Green goodness and absolutely delicious! These vege-quarian pea and prawn patties can be made a day ahead, and served with our watercress salad and lemon mustard dressing.

salmon and zucchini burgers with green hummus

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Salmon and zucchini burgers with green hummus

Salmon and zucchini burgers with green hummus

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