Cod Fritters with Garlic and Parsley
Crispy pan-fried fritters made with flaked cod, herbed batter, and garlic for a light, flavorful appetizer. This Portuguese-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs cod, all-purpose flour, Parmesan cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 200g, cooked and flaked cod
- 60g all-purpose flour
- 25g, grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 5g, finely chopped fresh parsley
- 5g, minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 60ml milk
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 200g flaked cod, 60g all-purpose flour, 25g grated Parmesan, 1 large egg, 5g chopped parsley, 5g minced garlic, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Mix until combined; add 60ml milk if mixture is too dry.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Step 3: Drop batter by tablespoonfuls into the hot oil, flattening each slightly. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Step 4: Transfer fritters to a wire rack to drain excess oil. Serve immediately while hot.









