Beer Batter Fish Cakes

I have been searching a long time for fish cakes i had as a kid--this is a good one.

Cut potato in the middle , in 1 / 4 inch slices , saving the 4 biggest slices , soak in cold water.

Add fish , onions , lemon juice , egg , old bay , salt , and pepper , to a mixing bowl.

Stir well.

Shape mixture into patties.

Mix beer or water with beer batter mix or use recipe #69213.

Combine patty with a slice of potato.

Carefully dredge in flour and then in beer batter.

With a slotted metal spoon , slowly put in deep fryer of 2 cups vegetable oil.

Cook for about 3 minutes or until golden brown.

Drain on paper towels.

cod, russet potato, onion, lemon juice, egg, old bay seasoning, salt, pepper, all-purpose flour, vegetable oil, batter frying mix, beer