Healthy Recipes Cooking Methods Healthy Air Fryer Recipes Air-Fryer Fish Cakes 5.0 (2) 1 Review Typically deep-fried, these tasty air-fryer fish cakes get a little zip from sweet chili sauce and fresh cilantro. The squeeze of lime at the end brings everything together perfectly, so don't skip it. By Adam Hickman Adam Hickman Adam Hickman spent nearly a decade developing, testing and refining thousands of recipes for various Dotdash Meredith brands, including Real Simple, Food & Wine and EatingWell. This involved evaluating recipes using ESHA (a nutritional analysis software) and adjusting them as needed to meet nutritional standards. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 19, 2023 Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Rate PRINT Share Trending Videos Close this video player Cook Time: 10 mins Active Time: 10 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings: 2 Yield: 4 cakes Nutrition Profile: Nut-Free Dairy-Free Soy-Free Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients Cooking spray 10 ounces finely chopped white fish (such as grouper, catfish or cod) ⅔ cup whole-wheat panko breadcrumbs 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce 2 tablespoons canola mayonnaise 1 large egg ⅛ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon ground pepper 2 lime wedges Directions Coat the basket of an air fryer with cooking spray. Combine fish, panko, cilantro, chili sauce, mayonnaise, egg, salt and pepper in a medium bowl; stir until well combined. Shape the mixture into four 3-inch-diameter cakes. Coat the cakes with cooking spray; place in the prepared basket. Cook at 400 degrees F until the cakes are browned and their internal temperature reaches 140 degrees F, 9 to 10 minutes. Serve with lime wedges. Equipment Air fryer Frequently Asked Questions Is this recipe healthier than other fish cake recipes? Unlike other fish cake recipes that tend to be fried, we use the air fryer for our fish cake recipe, which lowers the amount of fat in it. Using whole-wheat panko breadcrumbs also boosts the fiber content a bit compared to breadcrumbs made with white flour. Does white fish have omega-3s? White fish is a great source of protein and is low in calories, fat and carbs. While certain types of white fish may have some omega-3 fatty acids, you'll find those most abundantly in "fatty fish" like salmon, mackerel, sardines, herring and rainbow trout. What type of white fish can I use? Any white fish will work, such as grouper, catfish or cod. When shopping for fish, make sure it's firm to the touch and select what looks freshest at the best price. You can also use frozen white fish that's defrosted properly and patted dry before using. I don't have Thai sweet chili sauce. Is there a substitute? Thai sweet chili sauce is a sweet and spicy condiment made with red chiles and garlic with a texture similar to honey. If you don't have Thai sweet chili sauce, you can combine honey and Sriracha or honey and crushed red pepper as a substitute. What do you serve with Air-Fryer Fish Cakes? Serve with homemade Lemon Aioli, Tzatziki or Green Goddess Sauce on the side for dipping. Make it a meal with Air-Fryer Baby Potatoes, Air-Fryer Cauliflower or Air-Fryer Zucchini and a crisp green salad. You can also add air-fryer fish cakes to rice bowls, grain bowls or meal-prep bowls for healthy lunches or dinners during the week. How do I keep the fish cakes from falling apart? After shaping the fish cakes in Step 2, refrigerate them for at least 30 minutes to help them firm up before air-frying. Additional reporting by Carrie Myers and Jan Valdez Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, January 2019 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 399 Calories 16g Fat 28g Carbs 35g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 2 Serving Size 2 cakes Calories 399 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 28g 10% Dietary Fiber 3g 10% Total Sugars 10g Added Sugars 5g 10% Protein 35g 69% Total Fat 16g 20% Saturated Fat 2g 11% Cholesterol 150mg 50% Vitamin A 441IU 9% Vitamin C 0mg 0% Folate 26mcg 6% Sodium 537mg 23% Calcium 55mg 4% Iron 3mg 15% Magnesium 48mg 11% Potassium 731mg 16% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved