Citrus-Cilantro Fish Fritters

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-17 · Updated 2026-04-17

Crispy fried fish patties infused with zesty lime and fresh cilantro, perfect with a side of mango salsa. This Puerto Rican-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs cod fillets, lime, cilantro for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, skinless and boneless cod fillets
• 1, zested and juiced lime
• 1/4 cup, chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup, finely chopped onion
• 1 clove, minced garlic
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup, for frying vegetable oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Place 1 lb cod fillets in a bowl and flake with a fork. Add 1 zested and juiced lime, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1/4 cup finely chopped onion, and 1 minced garlic clove. Mix well.
2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Add to fish mixture and stir until combined.
3. Step 3: Heat 1/2 cup vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Drop mixture by tablespoonfuls into oil, flattening each slightly with a spoon.
4. Step 4: Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crisp. Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.