Icelandic Fish Cakes (Fish Balls)
Description
These traditional Icelandic fish cakes (also called fish balls) are made with fresh, mild cod which has a flaky, but firm texture.
Ingredients
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2 pounds fresh cod fillets
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1 cup soy creamer
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1 medium red onion, chopped
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2 large eggs
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3 tablespoons potato starch
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2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
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1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
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tablespoon vegan butter (such as Earth Balance ®), or more to taste
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1 cup water, or as needed
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1 splash dry white wine
Directions
1
Break cod into pieces and place in a food processor with soy creamer, onion, eggs, potato starch, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper; process until evenly blended. Transfer to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
2
Remove from the refrigerator and shape into balls (think crab cake size but thicker.)
3
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add fish balls and saute on all sides until golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Add 1/2 inch water to the skillet with wine. Cover, bring to a simmer, and cook until cooked through, about 10 more minutes.