Spicy Shrimp Patties

Serves:

Ingredients:

1 lb White fish fillets (sole,
Salt and red (cayenne)
pepper to taste
1 Egg yolk, beaten
2 tb Lemon juice
3/4 c Garbanzo bean flour
1 tb Ground coriander
1/2 c Water
Mint sprigs
2 c Fresh white bread crumbs
grated
1 Inch piece fresh gingerroot,
cod or whiting)
6 oz Cooked peeled shrimp,
chopped
4 Green onions, chopped
1/4 c Vegetable oil
2 tb Chopped cilantro (fresh
coriander)
1 tb Chopped fresh mint
Lemon slices for garnish

Method:

Remove any skin and bones from fish, rinse and pat dry with paper towels.
Mince fish, then transfer to a bowl.
Stir in shrimp, green onions, gingerroot, cilantro, mint, 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs, salt and cayenne.
Add egg yolk and lemon juice; mix well.
Divide mixture into 16 equal portions and form into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
Roll patties in remaining bread crumbs to coat completely.
Put flour, coriander, salt and cayenne in a small bowl; add water and mix to a smooth batter.
Heat oil in a skillet.
Dip patties in batter; fry 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Drain on paper towels and serve hot, garnished with mint and lemon slices.