Thai Style Fish Cakes

Anyone that knows me, know how much I love competition cooking shows. Shows like Iron Chef, Chopped and Cutthroat Kitchen are some my favorites. The idea of taking items that have already been cooked and repurposing them into completely new and tasty dishes... its the ultimate in culinary creativity.

I decided to give myself a little challenge. I had some funky fish patties made from Swai (similar to catfish) that I really didnt like. Time to create something new! Because the patties are not breaded and the fish is a white fish, I decided to create a fish cake, but not in the traditional Caribbean style. Instead I used asian flavors and pan fried them without breading them. A perfect compliment to the Asian slaw that I posted last year.
On to the recipe:

I used fish 3 patties
Basil (chiffonade)
Cilantro (chiffonade)
Green Onion rough chop
White onion
Ginger (minced)
Garlic
Red chili
Fish sauce
Lime


In a food processor, chop up the garlic and onion. Break up the fish patties and add to machine. Pulse to break up but keep texture. Pour out into a bowl and add basil, cilantro, ginger, red chili, fish sauce, green onion and lime. Mix together and form small patties.
Place into a hot pan with a little oil, on low heat. Let each pattie cook about till brown on each side. That's it!

*This can be done with fish that has already been cooked as well. Just watch the amount of fish sauce. Cooked items already have salt and then the salt content in fish sauce is very high. Use sparingly.

Eggplant Fritters!

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I am a big advocate for shopping for fresh local produce at the local farmers market or in the case of out here in Barbados, the Saturday Market.
Shopping for and using seasonal fruits and vegetables is a great way to save money and eat fresh.

My shopping trip this week yielded the awesome find of eggplants at $2 per pound. Eggplants are very light so 2 pounds of eggplants gave me a big bag! You know what that means... time to experiment! Today's experiment came in the form of Eggplant Fritters.  Be forewarned, this is not a healthy recipe! There is frying and cheese involved... "Mmm, cheese". (Homer Simpson Voice)
On to the recipe.

One medium Eggplant, peeled and chopped small
Half a bell pepper (small chop)
Half an onion (small chop)
Garlic, minced
Hot Pepper, minced
Thyme
Handful Fresh Basil, chiffonade
Marjoram, Minced
1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
Sea Salt to taste
Garlic powder
Cumin
Two spoons of flour
One egg, beaten
Breadcrumbs

In a pan with olive oil; combine onions, garlic, bell pepper, hot pepper and eggplants. Cook till soft.
After it cools (Please be sure to wait for it to cool! Bad things happen when you add egg to hot mixtures); add thyme, basil, marjoram, cheddar cheese, sea salt, garlic powder, cumin, flour and egg. Mix well

Form balls and roll in breadcrumbs, fry till crispy and cooked through.

Try it out. Let me know what you think!

Restaurant Review: Chutney's 3-4-15

Restaurant Review!

Today's review is of "Chutney's", located in Lanterns Mall on the south coast.

This restaurant specializes in East Indian delicacies. From dahl puri, samosas, curries and of course chuntneys; it is authentic East Indian fare. Not only is the food great but they have stepped into the 21st century with little pagers they give you when you order. They light up when your food is ready. No need to hang out at the counter waiting for your food.
I had a saltfish roti with a tamarind (hot) chuntey on the side.
The portions are great and the prices are very reasonable. The roti pictured was $12bds.
If you are in the area, stop by for a quick bite. You will not be disappointed.

MOJO Bar- The Chopping Board 2-20-15

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MOJO Bar- The Chopping Board

It's a restaurant review! This place is single handedly, one of my most favorite places in Barbados. MOJO Bar- The Chopping Board, located in Worthing, Christ Church Barbados.

This restaurant, which is actually an old chattel house, is where awesome burgers are created. Served on a stylized chopping board, with fries and coleslaw, these burgers are for serious meat lovers only.

My favorite is the English, (cheddar cheese and bacon). You can never go wrong with that combo. They also have an awesome lamb burger and "The Hawaiian" which is topped with pineapple for that sweet and savory combination that is hit with tourist and locals alike. They have great soups and dinner choices as well, but for me... ITS ALL ABOUT THE BURGERS.

Great location, music, and funky decor rounds out this burger haven making it a "must visit" in Barbados.