How to Make Minnesota Walleye Cakes - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of seafood and looking to try something new, then you're in for a treat with this recipe for Minnesota Walleye Cakes. The walleye is a freshwater fish that is abundant in the lakes of Minnesota, and it's known for its delicate and mild flavor. By combining the walleye with some simple ingredients, you can create delicious walleye cakes that are perfect for a special dinner or a weekend brunch.

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Ingredients

  • 3 pounds walleye fillets
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup dry white wine
  • 1 carrot, shredded
  • 1 red onion, diced
  • 1 stalk celery, diced
  • 4 cups panko bread crumbs
  • 2 cups mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons oil for frying, or as needed
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 1 cup mayonnaise

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 fish cakes

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place walleye fillets in a baking dish, pour in wine, and season with salt and pepper. Bake in the preheated oven until the fish flakes easily with a fork, about 20 minutes. Allow the fish to cool and break it into large chunks. Set aside.
  • Mix carrot, red onion, celery, panko crumbs, 2 cups mayonnaise, seafood seasoning, and 1 teaspoon salt in a bowl until well blended. Add the walleye, mixing gently so the chunks of fish don't break apart. Shape the mixture into 12 patties.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Fry the patties until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
  • Whisk lemon juice and fresh dill into 1 cup mayonnaise in a bowl. Drizzle the sauce over the walleye cakes and serve.
  • Nutrition

    624 cal.

    • Total Fat: 48g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 65mg
    • Sodium: 869mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 76mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 356mg