Spicy shrimp patties

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1poundsWhite fish fillets (sole, cod or whiting)
6ouncesCooked peeled shrimp, chopped
4Green onions, chopped
¼cupVegetable oil
2tablespoonsChopped cilantro (fresh coriander)
1tablespoonChopped fresh mint
1Inch piece fresh gingerroot, grated
2cupsFresh white bread crumbs
Salt and red (cayenne) pepper to taste
1Egg yolk, beaten
2tablespoonsLemon juice
¾cupGarbanzo bean flour
1tablespoonGround coriander
½cupWater

Directions

Mint sprigs and lemon slices, to garnish Remove any skin and bones from fish, rinse and pat dry with paper towels. Mince fish, then transfer to a bowl. Stir in shrimp, green onions, gingerroot, cilantro, mint, ½ cup of breadcrumbs, salt and cayenne. Add egg yolk and lemon juice; mix well. Divide mixture into 16 equal portions and form into ½-inch thick rounds. Roll patties in remaining bread crumbs to coat completely.

Put flour, coriander, salt and cayenne in a small bowl; add water and mix to a smooth batter. Heat oil in a skillet. Dip patties in batter; fry 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve hot, garnished with mint and lemon slices.

Makes 4 servings.

From: Steve Herrick Source: [The Book of Curries and Indian Foods by Linda Fraser ISBN 0-89586-820-2] Courtesy of Shareware RECIPE CLIPPER 1⅒