South African Curry Fishcakes are a delectable dish that seamlessly blends the rich fishing tradition with love for the vibrant South African food scene. Each savory bite is connected to the love for fishing with the aromatic allure of curry in this South African culinary delight. Our recipe is designed to provide a serving size that will cater to a group of four individuals.

South African Curry Fishcakes is a delicious dish where fishing and curry come together to create a perfect combination.

South African Curry Fishcakes

Ingredients

1 cup canned and drained salmon

2 tablespoons ground coriander

2 cloves crushed garlic

2 teaspoons grated ginger root

1 teaspoon brown sugar

1 teaspoon grated lemon rind

2 teaspoons red curry paste

1 cup of crushed pineapples

1 beaten chicken egg

1 cooked and mashed potato

Oil for frying

Directions

Mix salmon, coriander, garlic, ginger, sugar, lemon rind, and curry paste in a bowl. Add pineapples, beaten egg, and mashed potato; mix well. Shape into cakes and refrigerate until firm. Fry cakes in oil until golden brown on both sides. Serve with a green salad and a side of french fries.

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