Best 6 Mediterranean Fish Cakes Recipes

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If you're looking for a delicious and healthy seafood dish, Mediterranean fish cakes are a great option. Made with fresh fish, herbs, and spices, these cakes are packed with flavor and nutrients. Plus, they're easy to make and can be served as an appetizer, main course, or even as a snack. In this article, we'll share some of our favorite Mediterranean fish cake recipes, so you can find the perfect one for your next meal.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

MEDITERRANEAN FISH & COUSCOUS



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Oven cook or barbecue fish in foil to keep it beautifully moist

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 x 125g sustainable white fish fillets (we used Pollock)
2 lemons, zest and juice 1, the other cut into wedges
1 red chilli, half sliced, half finely chopped
basil, shredded
200g cherry tomatoes
100g couscous
2tbsp balsamic vinegar
½ cucumber, diced
2tbsp pitted black olives, halved

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Take one small sheet of foil, about A4 size, and put one fish fillet on top. Season the fish, then drizzle with half of the lemon juice and zest, half the sliced chillies and half of the basil.
  • Halve 4 of the tomatoes and put these around the fish. Place another sheet of foil on top and fold the edges together to seal. Repeat with the other piece of fish and transfer to a baking sheet. Cook for 15-18 mins until the bag has puffed up (or cook on the barbecue).
  • While the fish is cooking pour 100ml of boiling water over the couscous, cover, then leave to swell for 5 mins. Chop the rest of the tomatoes and mix with the couscous, balsamic, cucumber, the remaining basil, lemon juice and zest and olives. Season and serve alongside the fish with the lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Fat 4 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 34 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 26 grams protein, Sodium 0.52 milligram of sodium

MEDITERRANEAN BAKED FISH



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"The mouthwatering aroma of this herbed fish dish baking is sure to lure guests to your kitchen" predicts Ellen De Munnik. "It makes a lovely and colorful presentation for company," she adds from Chesterfield, Michigan. "In a pinch, you can use dried herbs and canned diced tomatoes to replace the fresh ingredients."-Ellen De Munnik, Chesterfield, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup thinly sliced leeks (white portion only)
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
12 large fresh basil leaves
1-1/2 pounds orange roughy fillets
1 teaspoon salt
2 plum tomatoes, sliced
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 medium lemon
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 fresh rosemary sprigs

Steps:

  • In a nonstick skillet, saute leeks and garlic in oil until tender; set aside. Coat a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish with cooking spray. Arrange basil in a single layer in dish; top with fish fillets. Sprinkle with salt. Top with leek mixture., Arrange tomatoes and olives over fish. Thinly slice half of the lemon; place over the top. Squeeze juice from remaining lemon over all. Sprinkle with pepper. , Cover and bake at 425° for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Garnish with rosemary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 844mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MEDITERRANEAN FISH GRATINS



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These individual portions of fish in tomato sauce, topped with herby breadcrumbs, freeze beautifully - perfect for no-fuss entertaining

Provided by Justine Pattison

Categories     Dinner, Fish Course, Main course

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 tbsp olive oil
1 large onion , thinly sliced
1 fennel bulb (about 250g/9oz), trimmed and thinly sliced
3 large garlic cloves , finely sliced
1 heaped tsp coriander seeds , lightly crushed
150ml white wine
2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes with herbs
2 tbsp tomato purée
good pinch of saffron
1 bay leaf
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 small bunch flat-leaf parsley , leaves roughly chopped
900g mixed skinless fish fillets, (anything you like) cut into chunks
350g raw peeled king prawn
75g finely grated parmesan
50g panko or coarse dried breadcrumbs
green salad , to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large, wide non-stick saucepan or sauté pan and gently fry the onion, fennel, garlic and coriander seeds for 15 mins, stirring regularly until the vegetables are softened and lightly coloured. Pour the wine into the pan and add the tomatoes, tomato purée, saffron and bay leaf. Season and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 15 mins, stirring occasionally, until thick.
  • Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Stir the lemon juice and most of the parsley into the tomato mixture, pop the raw fish pieces and prawns on top and stir well. Cover tightly with a lid and simmer gently over a medium heat for 4-5 mins or until the fish is almost cooked. Stir a couple of times as the fish cooks, taking care not to let it break up.
  • Ladle the hot tomato and fish mixture into 6 individual pie dishes - they will each need to hold around 350ml. Mix the cheese, breadcrumbs, remaining parsley and a little ground black pepper together and sprinkle over the top. Bake on a baking tray for 20 mins or until the pies are golden brown and bubbling. Serve with green salad, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Fat 11 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 16 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 46 grams protein, Sodium 1.1 milligram of sodium

MEDITERRANEAN BAKED FISH



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We eat a lot of fish and chicken when DH is on the road and I am always looking for something different. I love various Med. tastes and put this together one night. It turned out really good. We had it with romaine salad and bread.

Provided by Queen Dragon Mom

Categories     European

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs firm white fish fillets, cod etc
4 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped fine
2 teaspoons anise seed, ground fine
3 large garlic cloves, minced
28 ounces diced tomatoes with juice, liquid reserved
1/4 cup kalamata olive, chopped
1 teaspoon dill weed
1 teaspoon basil
2 teaspoons lemon pepper (not the kind with salt)
1/2 cup white wine, if desired (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet, add the onion and anise, saute until softened. Stir in the garlic, tomatoes, olives, herbs, lemon pepper and white wine.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until tomatoes are tender and sauce has thickened, about 30 minutes. Add some of the reserved juice if necessary.
  • Oil a 13 x 9 inch casserole. Put about half of the vegetable sauce in the pan and spread it around. Place the fillets in a single layer in the pan and distribute the rest of the sauce over the fish.
  • Bake until the fish is opaque and flaky, about 20 minutes.
  • Plate the fillets and add the sauce and pan juices to the fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.9, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 152.3, Sodium 669.2, Carbohydrate 17.3, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 8.6, Protein 43.9

MEDITERRANEAN FISH CAKES



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Mixed seafood patties blended with fresh herbs and spices, lightly pan-fried or grilled and served with lemon wedges and salad. Perfect, healthy and tasty dinner--enjoy with a nice Pinot Grigio! Substitute salmon, crab, or sole to create a variety of delicious alternatives.

Provided by HKCHEF

Categories     Tuna Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
6 ounces fresh bay scallops
½ medium onion
4 cloves garlic
5 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 egg
1 bunch fresh parsley
6 basil leaves
2 fresh hot chile peppers, seeded
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
½ cup bread crumbs
1 (9 ounce) can tuna, drained
1 (6.5 ounce) can shrimp, drained
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in scallops; cook, turning until white on all sides. Drain, and set scallops aside to cool.
  • Place into a food processor the onion, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, egg, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Then add parsley, basil leaves, chiles, and Italian seasoning. Pulse on medium setting until finely chopped. Place scallops, tuna, and shrimp into food processor, and pulse on low. Gradually pour in breadcrumbs, continuing to pulse until the mixture becomes firm and slightly sticky but is not pureed to a paste (the seafood should maintain some texture).
  • Form the mixture into palm-size patties, about 1 inch thick. Place on a plate, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Dredge patties lightly in flour; shake off excess flour, and place patties in skillet. Cook until golden brown on both sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.3 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 97.6 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 26.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 258.2 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

MEDITERRANEAN FISH CAKES



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Mixed seafood patties blended with fresh herbs and spices, lightly pan-fried or grilled and served with lemon wedges and salad. Perfect, healthy and tasty dinner--enjoy with a nice Pinot Grigio! Substitute salmon, crab, or sole to create a variety of delicious alternatives.

Provided by HKCHEF

Categories     Tuna Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
6 ounces fresh bay scallops
½ medium onion
4 cloves garlic
5 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 egg
1 bunch fresh parsley
6 basil leaves
2 fresh hot chile peppers, seeded
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
½ cup bread crumbs
1 (9 ounce) can tuna, drained
1 (6.5 ounce) can shrimp, drained
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in scallops; cook, turning until white on all sides. Drain, and set scallops aside to cool.
  • Place into a food processor the onion, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, egg, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Then add parsley, basil leaves, chiles, and Italian seasoning. Pulse on medium setting until finely chopped. Place scallops, tuna, and shrimp into food processor, and pulse on low. Gradually pour in breadcrumbs, continuing to pulse until the mixture becomes firm and slightly sticky but is not pureed to a paste (the seafood should maintain some texture).
  • Form the mixture into palm-size patties, about 1 inch thick. Place on a plate, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Dredge patties lightly in flour; shake off excess flour, and place patties in skillet. Cook until golden brown on both sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.3 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 97.6 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 26.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 258.2 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right fish: Use firm, flaky fish like cod, salmon, or tilapia. White fish is also a good option.
  • Use fresh herbs and spices: Mediterranean cuisine is known for its use of fresh herbs and spices. Add plenty of parsley, cilantro, cumin, and paprika to your fish cakes for a flavorful dish.
  • Don't overcook the fish: Fish cakes are best when they are cooked through but still moist. Overcooking will make them dry and tough.
  • Serve with a dipping sauce: Fish cakes are often served with a dipping sauce, such as tzatziki sauce, tartar sauce, or aioli. This adds extra flavor and moisture to the dish.

Conclusion:

Mediterranean fish cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. They are a great way to use up leftover fish, and they are also a healthy and affordable meal option. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying dish that the whole family will love.

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