Alright, let’s get down to business and make some of them fish cakes, you know, the kind with lake trout. I ain’t no fancy chef or nothin’, but I can cook up a storm when I want to. This here recipe is simple, even my old dog could probably follow it, if he had thumbs, that is.
First off, you gotta get yourself some lake trout. Now, I ain’t gonna tell you how to catch ’em, that’s your business. But you need enough to make a good batch of cakes, you hear? Make sure it’s cleaned and all that, nobody wants no fish guts in their food.
- Get the fish all cooked up. You can boil it, bake it, fry it, whatever you fancy. Just get it cooked so’s you can flake it easy.
- Then, mash it up real good. I use a fork, but you can use your hands if you ain’t squeamish. Just make sure you get all them bones out, nobody wants to choke on a bone, right?
Okay, now for the other stuff. You gonna need some potatoes. Boil ’em till they’re soft, then mash ’em up too. Just like you did with the fish, see? Easy peasy.
Then, chop up an onion real fine. Not too big, you don’t want big chunks of onion in your cakes. And some celery too, if you got it. Adds a bit of flavor, you know. And some herbs if you like, I like parsley myself but you can use whatever you got growing in your garden or whatever you like from the store.
Now, throw all that in a big bowl. The mashed fish, the mashed potatoes, the chopped-up onion and celery, and the herbs. Mix it all together real good. You can use your hands again, if you want. Just make sure you wash ’em first, okay?
Next, you need somethin’ to hold it all together. I use an egg. Just crack it in there and mix it all up. If it’s still too loose, you can add some breadcrumbs or some cracker crumbs. Just a little bit at a time, until it’s stiff enough to form into patties.
Alright, now comes the fun part. Get yourself a big ol’ frying pan and put some oil in it. Not too much, just enough to coat the bottom. Heat it up on the stove, medium heat is good.
Take that fish mixture and make it into little patties. Not too thick, not too thin, just right. You know, like them burger patties but smaller. Then, carefully place them in the hot oil. Fry ’em up till they’re nice and golden brown on both sides. It’ll take a few minutes each side, just keep an eye on ‘em.
When they’re done, take ‘em out and put ‘em on a plate with some paper towels to soak up the extra grease. You don’t want no greasy fish cakes, do ya? And that’s it, you’re done. Crispy lake trout fish cakes, just like that. Serve ’em up hot with some tartar sauce, or some ketchup if that’s your thing. Or just eat ’em plain, they’re good that way too.
Now, this ain’t the only way to make fish cakes, mind you. You can add all sorts of things to ’em. Some folks like to put in a little bit of garlic, or some peppers for a little kick. You can even add some cheese, if you’re feeling fancy. It’s all up to you, really. Just experiment a little and see what you like. This here recipe is just a starting point, you can make it your own.
So there you have it, easy peasy lake trout fish cakes. Perfect for a quick supper or a snack. And the best part is, you made ’em yourself. Ain’t nothin’ better than a home-cooked meal, especially when it’s made with fish you caught yourself. Now go on and get cooking, and don’t forget to clean up after yourself, nobody likes a messy kitchen.
And listen, if you don’t have lake trout, you can use other fish too. Just make sure it’s a firm fish that flakes easy. And if you do not like fried food, you can bake these in the oven but they won’t be so crispy. Just put ‘em on a baking sheet and bake ‘em at 375 degrees for about 20 minutes, or until they’re cooked through and golden brown.
And don’t be afraid to add different seasonings or vegetables. That’s the fun of cooking, you get to make it your own. So go ahead, get creative, and make some delicious fish cakes. And most important, have fun doing it! Cooking shouldn’t be a chore, it should be something you enjoy. So put on some music, pour yourself a glass of somethin’ good, and get to cooking. You’ll be glad you did.
Now, I’m gonna go have me a fish cake. All this talk about cooking has made me hungry. You enjoy your fish cakes, and don’t forget to share ‘em with your friends and family. Good food is meant to be shared, you know. Alright, I’m done talking now. Go on and get cooking!
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