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Fish fofos

Seafood Portuguese
Fish fofos

Fish fofos

Seafood Portuguese

Servings

4-6

people

Prep Time

15

minutes

Cook Time

30

minutes

Ingredients

Everything you need to make this delicious recipe

600gHaddock
300gPotatoes
1 choppedGreen Chilli
3 tbsCoriander
1 tsp Cumin Seeds
1/2 tspPepper
3 clovesGarlic
2 pieces Ginger
2 tbsFlour
3Eggs
75gBreadcrumbs
For fryingVegetable Oil
Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these detailed steps to create the perfect dish

1

STEP 1

2

Put the fish into a lidded pan and pour over enough water to cover. Bring to a simmer and gently poach for 10 minutes over a low heat with the lid on. Drain and flake the fish.

3

STEP 2

4

Put the fish, potato, green chilli, coriander, cumin, black pepper, garlic and ginger in a large bowl. Season, add the rice flour, mix well and break in 1 egg. Stir the mixture and divide into 15, then form into small logs. Break the remaining eggs into a bowl and whisk lightly. Put the breadcrumbs into another bowl. Dip each fofo in the beaten egg followed by the breadcrumb mixture. Chill for 20 minutes.

5

STEP 3

6

Heat 1cm of oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat. Fry the fofos in batches for 2 minutes on each side, turning gently to get an even golden brown colour all over. Drain on kitchen paper and repeat with the remaining fofos.

7

STEP 4

8

For the onion salad, mix together the onion, coriander and lemon juice with a pinch of salt. Serve with the fofos and mango chutney.

Pro Tips & Notes

Storage Tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Serving Suggestions

This dish pairs beautifully with fresh herbs, a side salad, or crusty bread. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

Difficulty Level

This recipe is perfect for home cooks of all skill levels. Follow the steps carefully for best results.

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