I’m feeling pretty frazzled. Something we all take for granted will happen by itself is slightly off kilter at the moment.
It is the good old sleep thing. Once again that mischievous switch is playing up inside my body, a bit like a dodgy computer that mostly turns off but other times stays stubbornly stuck on until you over-ride it.
It is a funny thing not being able to sleep. I realise that I manage perfectly well without much sleep so perhaps it is a reminder from my body that I should just stay up and get more done!
There are certain things that don’t work well without sleep though. My brain being the main one! If this blog post makes sense then I will be surprised!
Anyway, to save any embarrassment I am not going to write much.
These store cupboard salmon fishcakes are perfect for this time of year when money might be a bit tight and you don’t have much energy or enthusiasm for cooking! They are dead simple to make and quick too. Let me know what you think if you try them out!
Store Cupboard Salmon Fishcakes
Ingredients
- 1 tin red salmon
- 3 medium-sized potatoes skin on, sliced
- 3 spring onions finely chopped
- 3 slices pepperoni finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp chilli oil or a sprinkle of chilli powder - optional
- Squeeze lime juice plus the zest
- 1 tbsp oil for frying
Method
- Place the sliced potatoes into a saucepan of boiling water and cook for approx. 20 minutes until very soft.
- Drain the potatoes and mash them with some seasoning. Place to one side.
- While the potatoes are cooking place the chopped spring onion and pepperoni into a frying pan over a low heat and cook until the onions are softened (5-10 minutes).
- Once the onion mixture is cooked place it into the pan with the mashed potato and add all the other ingredients except the oil for cooking with. Mix well.
- Leave to cool before forming into fishcakes - whatever size you like!
- Fry in a little oil over a medium heat for 5-10 minutes each side until golden on the outside.
- Serve with your choice of vegetables.
Californian Mum in London says
I’ve never made fishcakes before but definitely want to try. These look yummy (don’t worry, we ‘re all dealing with bad lighting at the moment). Can’t wait to try them! #tastytuesdays
Vicki Montague says
Ah they are so easy and a great way to get fish into kids if they are otherwise not keen. So much more healthy than fish fingers and they get wolfed down in this house!
Alison says
Loving the look of these and they seem so easy to make. Will have to try them
Vicki Montague says
Hi Alison, they are super easy to make…I promise!
Megan - Truly Madly Kids says
What a fab idea! We don’t eat meat during the week, so always good to read different fish recipes #tastytuesdays
Vicki Montague says
It is a great way to get fish into kids! Ours love them.
Honest mum says
These are delightful, we love making homemade fish cakes and my Dad has a cracking crab cake recipe on my blog too. You’ve reminded me to make some, the kids love them! Thanks! Thanks too for linking up to #tastytuesdays
Vicki Montague says
Ooo, I will have to check that one out! Thanks for the heads up!
Kate - glutenfreealchemist says
Home-made fish cakes…… lovely!
Mel says
These fishcakes would be perfect for our family. Thanks for sharing, sweetie. I hope the sleep situation sorts itself out soon. There’s nothing worse than being in bed and not managing to sleep. Sending you loads of sleepy vibes. xx
Vicki Montague says
Ah thanks Mel. It is a bit intermittent the sleep thing…I think it is just because I have so many ideas buzzing through my head at the moment!
Kirsty Hijacked By Twins says
My lot would definitely love these 🙂 thank you for sharing x #tastytuesdays
Vicki Montague says
Hi Kirsty, nice to have you stop by! Let me know if you try them!
Dave Eadie says
Hey Vicki looks like another great recipe however for some reason the photos are not showing up in the article above. Any chance you can fix this as seeing the finished result helps me picture the steps to making it.
Vicki Montague says
Thanks Dave. I’m not sure how to fix this since the photo shows up when I look at it! What browser are you using out of interest?