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.
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
- 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.
- Form the mixture into small patties, about 2 inches in diameter.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the seafood cakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the seafood cakes from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- 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