Module 16 · From the Sea
Nordic Fish Cakes without Flour, with Remoulade
Nordic Fish Cakes without Flour, with Remoulade is a keto dinner with 2.7 g net carbs, 30 g protein and 30 g fat per serving (401 kcal). It serves 4 and takes 40 minutes in total.
Light, springy fish cakes made the old way with fresh fish and egg, bound with a spoon of psyllium instead of flour, and served with a crunchy homemade remoulade.

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Allergens in this Ketogeni recipe: eggs, fish, milk, mustard, sulphites. Includes listed optional alternatives; check actual ingredient labels and substitutions.
Yield: 4 servings · Active time: 25 min · Total time: 40 min
| Per serving | Amount |
|---|---|
| Net carbohydrates | 2.7 g |
| Protein | 30 g |
| Fat | 30 g |
| Energy | 401 kcal |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 µg |
| Calcium | 118 mg |
| Omega-3 (EPA + DHA) | 0.6 g |
Nutrition figures are estimates, not medical advice. Check ingredient labels and weigh your own portions, especially when tracking a strict daily carbohydrate limit. How to interpret these estimates.
Ingredients
- 600 g cod, pollock or haddock fillet
- 1 piece organic egg
- 100 ml organic double cream
- 1 tbsp psyllium husk powder
- 1 pinch nutmeg and white pepper
- 30 g organic butter for frying
- 4 tbsp homemade mayonnaise (Module 2)
- 1 piece organic egg yolk (in the mayonnaise)
- 60 g organic cucumber, finely diced
- 1 tbsp capers, chopped
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 pinch turmeric
- 300 g organic green salad and radishes
Step-by-step method
- Blend the fish with 1 tsp salt until sticky, then add egg, cream, psyllium and spices and blend to a light paste.
- Chill 10 minutes. For the remoulade, mix mayonnaise, cucumber, capers, mustard and turmeric.
- Shape into 12 cakes with a wet spoon.
- Fry in butter over medium heat, 3–4 minutes per side until golden and springy.
- Serve with remoulade and salad.
Chef’s tips
- Salt first: it makes the fish proteins bind, so you need no flour.
Variations
- Add chopped dill or chives to the mix.
- Shape into small balls and poach in fish soup.
Storage
Cooked cakes keep 3 days in the fridge and freeze well.
Questions and answers
How many net carbs are in Nordic Fish Cakes without Flour, with Remoulade?
One serving has 2.7 g net carbohydrates, 30 g protein and 30 g fat (401 kcal). The recipe makes 4 servings. These figures are estimates; your own ingredients may differ.
Can I make Nordic Fish Cakes without Flour, with Remoulade ahead, store or freeze it?
Cooked cakes keep 3 days in the fridge and freeze well.
Which allergens are in Nordic Fish Cakes without Flour, with Remoulade?
It contains eggs, fish, milk, mustard and sulphites, as listed by Ketogeni for this recipe. Always check the labels of the products you use.
Is Nordic Fish Cakes without Flour, with Remoulade gluten-free?
Yes. None of the ingredients contain gluten. Check the labels of processed ingredients such as stock or spices.
Can I vary Nordic Fish Cakes without Flour, with Remoulade?
Yes. Add chopped dill or chives to the mix. Shape into small balls and poach in fish soup.
