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Delicious Satsuma Age Recipe (Quick and Easy Japanese Fish Cakes)

Satsuma Age

This delightful Japanese fish cake is incredibly easy to make and brings people together around the table. Perfect for any meal, Satsuma Age can be whipped up in just under 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Satsuma Age
  • 400 g fish fillets such as white fish
  • 100 g shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup green onions finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp ginger grated
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sake
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • Salt and pepper
  • Vegetable oil

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Frying Pan
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a food processor, combine the fish fillets and shrimp. Blend until the mixture is smooth.
  2. Step 2: Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add the green onions, ginger, soy sauce, sake, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
  3. Step 3: Shape the mixture into small patties or oval shapes, about the size of a golf ball.
  4. Step 4: Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  5. Step 5: Fry the patties for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Step 6: Remove from the pan and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
  7. Step 7: Serve hot and enjoy your homemade Satsuma Age!

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. They also freeze well!