Air Fryer Mackerel Cakes

• 1 can Canned mackerel
• 2 Large eggs
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1/3 cup Panko bread crumbs
• Salt and pepper to taste

1. Open and drain one 15oz can of mackerel in brine. This recipe works equally as well with canned tuna or canned salmon.
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2. If your mackerel comes with bones and skin (many do), you can easily remove them or they are so soft many people just mix them in. Unlike long skinny fish bones, these basically dissolve but feel free to do as you prefer.
3. Add drained (and cleaned if you want) fish into a small mixing bowl and mash/flake with a fork until it is as fine as you like. personally prefer some larger pieces left and it not being all mushy.
4. Once your fish is the desired consistency, add the other ingredients and mix well. ** If you are going to taste for seasoning, do so BEFORE adding the eggs.
5. Once well mixed, place bowl in the fridge for 15-20 min and allow to rest. You can make the fresh Tzatziki while you're waiting if you like - it's definitely worth the extra 2 minutes.
6. Once rested, begin preheating your air fryer to 400°. If it does not have a preheat function, simply set it and turn it on for 3 minutes before adding food.
7. Form your fish mixture into 6 patties. Spray your fryer tray and the top side of the fish cakes with cooking spray.
8. Cook for 10 minutes; flip over the fish cakes, spray with cooking spray, and continue to cook for 4 to 5 more minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
9. Serve with your favorite side or sauce.

Enjoy!

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