Crispy Air Fryer Fish Cake Fries
The Perfect Beer Snack! Easy Air Fryer Fish Cake Fries Recipe
Craving a drink after a long day? This easy air fryer fish cake fry recipe is perfect for when you want a delicious snack to pair with your favorite beverage. Using affordable and readily available square fish cakes, you can achieve a wonderfully crispy exterior and chewy interior. Garnish with fresh herbs and chilies for an extra burst of flavor!
Main Ingredients- 4 sheets of square fish cake
- 10 perilla leaves (깻잎)
- 1 Cheongyang chili pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Fish cakes are a popular ingredient because they are affordable and can be enjoyed in generous portions. If you have leftover fish cakes from other dishes, transform them into this delicious beer snack! Cut the fish cakes into bite-sized pieces according to your preference. Avoid making them too large, as they can be difficult to fry evenly. Cutting them into strips or small squares works well.
Step 2
Place the cut fish cakes in your air fryer and cook at 180°C (356°F) for 5-10 minutes until crispy. Aim for a golden-brown color on the surface. It’s important to shake or flip the fish cakes halfway through the cooking time to ensure they crisp up evenly on all sides.
Step 3
While the fish cakes are air frying, prepare your garnishes. Finely julienne fresh perilla leaves (깻잎) or fragrant green onions. Combining both can add a wonderful depth of flavor and aroma. Feel free to add other vegetables you enjoy!
Step 4
Now, let’s make a special sauce to enhance the flavor of your fish cake fries! In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise and 3 tablespoons of soy sauce. Mix well. Finely chop one Cheongyang chili pepper and add it to the sauce for a perfect balance of spicy, savory, and slightly sweet notes. This is your ultimate beer snack sauce!
Step 5
Carefully remove the golden-brown fish cake fries from the air fryer and arrange them on a serving plate. While they are delicious on their own, you can elevate them further with the next step. As the saying goes, ‘food that looks good tastes good,’ and presenting your dish beautifully will make the experience even more enjoyable.
Step 6
Top the crispy fish cake fries with the julienned perilla leaves and green onions you prepared earlier. Doesn’t the addition of fresh green vegetables make them look even more appetizing? This colorful presentation not only delights the eyes but also enhances the overall enjoyment of this delicious snack. Enjoy your homemade fish cake fries!
