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Wild Alaska Halibut Cakes

Wild Alaska Halibut Cakes
Polenta and potatoes help keep these tasty and gluten-free Alaska halibut cakes together while scallions add a fresh burst of flavor. Fry them up in no time for the perfect Alaska appetizer.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 16 appetizer cakes

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks*
  • 2 Tablespoons butter
  • 6 green onions, trimmed and finely chopped (about 3/4 cup)
  • 1 pound skinless Alaska Halibut, cut into large pieces
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3/4 cup (3 oz.) instant polenta, divided
  • Vegetable oil, as needed for frying
  • *Note: 3 cups of cooked firm instant mashed potatoes can be substituted for russet potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 124
Total Fat 2.5g
Saturated Fat 1g
Calories From Fat 19%
Cholesterol 39mg
Protein 8g
Carbohydrate 17g
Fiber 1.5g
Sodium 40mg
Calcium 16mg
Omega-3 Fatty Acids 200mg

Instructions

  1. Step 1 Prepare the potatoes

    Cook the potatoes in lightly salted boiling water until tender. Drain potatoes and transfer to a large bowl. Mash the potatoes and let cool slightly.

  2. Step 2 Meanwhile, cook the scallions and halibut

    Melt butter in a medium pan. Add scallions and cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Remove from pan and set aside. Add halibut and cook until opaque throughout, breaking fish into chunks while cooking.

  3. Step 3 Make the cake mix and form into patties

    Add the scallions and halibut, along with any remaining butter from pan, to the potatoes. Mix well; add beaten egg and 2 tablespoons polenta. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Form into 16 cakes (2 1/2 inches wide) using 1/4 cup portion to form each cake. Sprinkle the remaining polenta onto a large plate; lightly coat the fish cakes in polenta.

  4. Step 4 Fry the cakes and serve

    Heat a thin layer of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the fish cakes in batches, cooking about 3-4 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 124
Total Fat 2.5g
Saturated Fat 1g
Calories From Fat 19%
Cholesterol 39mg
Protein 8g
Carbohydrate 17g
Fiber 1.5g
Sodium 40mg
Calcium 16mg
Omega-3 Fatty Acids 200mg