Tortitas De Mariscos Nicas (nicaraguan-style Seafood Cakes)

Tortitas de Mariscos Nicas, or Nicaraguan-style Seafood Cakes, are a delicious and savory dish that showcases the flavors of the sea. These seafood cakes are a popular dish in Nicaraguan cuisine, often enjoyed as an appetizer or main course.

Tortitas De Mariscos Nicas (nicaraguan-style Seafood Cakes)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb mixed seafood (shrimp, crab, and/or fish), cooked and chopped
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup green bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup onion, finely diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked seafood, breadcrumbs, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, onion, garlic, eggs, cilantro, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Form the mixture into small patties, about 2 inches in diameter.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Cook the seafood cakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Remove the seafood cakes from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
  6. Serve the tortitas de mariscos nicas hot, garnished with additional cilantro and a squeeze of lime, if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large bowl Skillet Spatula Paper towels

Tools

Cutting board Knife Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

These tortitas de mariscos nicas are best served with a side of fresh salad or a tangy salsa for a burst of flavor.

Tips & tricks

For a crispy texture, refrigerate the formed seafood cakes for 30 minutes before cooking.

Cost

$15