Fiskibollur í Karrýsósu (Icelandic Pan-Fried Fish Cakes in Mild Apple-Curry Sauce) – Authentic Iceland Recipe
Nostalgic Icelandic home favorite pairing tender pan-fried fish cakes with a warm, golden curry gravy.
- Country of Origin
- 🇮🇸 Iceland (Northern Europe, Europe)
- Dietary Profile
- pescatarian
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Golden pan-browned cod fish cakes, Boiled potatoes, Steamed broccoli, Mild curry powder, Onion
Ingredients for Fiskibollur í Karrýsósu (Icelandic Pan-Fried Fish Cakes in Mild Apple-Curry Sauce) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) golden pan-browned cod fish cakes, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups boiled potatoes, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup steamed broccoli
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with mild curry powder
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Iceland seasoning (onion, butter, light cream sauce, dill)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and mild curry powder for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add golden pan-browned cod fish cakes and boiled potatoes along with onion, butter, light cream sauce, dill, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with steamed broccoli and serve straight from the skillet.