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Homemade Meat (Entree) Cakes

If you are looking for a hearty entree that is homemade and can be served on a bed of greens, think meat cakes. Meat cakes is a general term, but they can be made with fish, crab, chicken or even veggies. This is a great way to use a bit of leftovers - you know, the meal you spent so much time on, but the leftovers in the refrigerator are just not that appetizing? Here are a few tips to make some homemade meat cakes in your kitchen.

Homemade Meat Cakes

  1. Start with pre-cooked chicken, fish, crab or veggies that are finely chopped or shredded. Maeme likes mushrooms because they have a meaty flavor. Try sweet potatoes, rice or beans. Here you can add protein powder too, Maeme likes Vital Veggie Protein.

  2. In a large mixing bowl add panko (if desired), egg and meat and/or veggies

  3. Add ingredients like mustard, mayonnaise, herbs. Maeme recommends dried herbs as they are more concentrated.

  4. Fold together, do not overmix

  5. Form patties about 3/4 inch thick

  6. Coat the outside of the patties with more panko if desired

  7. In a skillet with oil on medium-high heat, sear each side for 3-4 minutes

  8. Bake in the oven for about 20 minutes if desired

Let us know what kind of cakes you make and how you like them!