Thermomix Portuguese Salmon Fish Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Place the potatoes in the Thermomix mixing bowl and chop for 5 seconds on speed

2. 2

   Scrape down the sides of the bowl.

3. 3

   Add enough water to cover the potatoes, then cook for 20 minutes at Varoma temperature on speed

4. 4

   Drain and set aside to cool.

5. 5

   Place the salmon fillet in the Varoma dish, season with salt and pepper, and steam for 15-20 minutes at Varoma temperature on speed 1, or until cooked through. Remove and let cool, then flake into pieces.

6. 6

   In the clean mixing bowl, add the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper, then chop for 5 seconds on speed

7. 7

   Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté for 3 minutes at 120°C on speed

8. 8

   Add the cooked potatoes to the mixing bowl and mash for 20 seconds on speed

9. 9

   Add the flaked salmon, breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, paprika, cayenne pepper, and egg to the mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix for 20 seconds on reverse speed

10. 10

    Shape the mixture into cakes and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.

11. 11

    Heat the remaining olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Cook the fish cakes for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and heated through.

12. 12

    Serve the fish cakes hot with your choice of sides or dipping sauces.