Cisco Fish Cakes with Dill Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-12 · Updated 2026-04-12

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Crispy fish cakes made with fresh Cisco fish, bound with herbs and egg, served with a tangy dill sauce for a coastal-inspired meal. This American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, layers Cisco fish fillets, large eggs, all-purpose flour into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz Cisco fish fillets
2 large eggs
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tbsp fresh dill
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1 tbsp fresh dill
1 tsp lemon juice

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine 12 oz Cisco fish fillets (cut into 1-inch pieces), 2 large eggs, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp fresh dill, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Mix until evenly incorporated.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Form the fish mixture into 4 patties and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
Step 3: While fish cakes cook, whisk 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp fresh dill, 1 tsp lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a small bowl for the sauce.
Step 4: Serve the hot fish cakes immediately with the dill sauce drizzled over the top.