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a bowl full of sri lankan fish cutlets piled next to a plate of more fish cutlets fresh off the fryer

Sri Lankan Fish Cutlets Recipe

Sri Lankan fish cutlets made with canned tuna, potatoes, chilies, and spices. A bold, comforting short‑eat perfect for parties, potlucks, and late‑night cravings. Easy to make and freezer‑friendly.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 varies in size
Course: Appetizer, late-night snack, short-eats, Snack
Cuisine: Sri Lankan
Calories: 73

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large Potato boiled & peeled
  • 1 can Tuna drained
  • ½ medium Onion sliced thin
  • 1 Green chili sliced thin
  • few Curry leaves thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp Ginger minced
  • ½ tsp Black pepper powder as need
  • 1 tsp Salt as need
  • ½ tsp Chili powder optional
  • ½ Fresh lime juice
  • Oil for deep frying
  • 1 large Egg beaten
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Panko preferred

Method
 

  1. Grab a bowl to add the boiled potato, tuna, onions, curry leaves, green chili pepper, ginger, lime juice, salt and black pepper powder.
  2. Combine it all well. Taste test to balance the overall flavor with salt and lime. To increase the spice level, add the black pepper powder or chili powder, if using.
  3. Once its mixed well, grab a small portion, roll it in the palm of your hand to shape.
  4. Dip each one in beaten egg first (for alternative option, mix flour and water to get a similer consistency).
  5. Then, coat with breadcrumbs (panko gives the best crunch and color).
  6. Next, shape again lightly so the crumbs stick well.
  7. Deep-fry until golden brown. Place them on paper towels to remove excess oil.