Thai Fish Cake Starter

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 12

Spicy Thai Fish Cake Starter recipe for seafood lovers

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 red chile , deseeded and roughly chopped
	4 tablespoons fresh coriander , roughly chopped
	1 garlic clove , crushed
	2 spring onions , roughly chopped
	1 stalk lemongrass , roughly chopped
	3 ounces prawns
	10 ounces cod , skinned and cubed
	salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

287

Sugar

Fat

23g

Thai Fish Cake is a popular appetizer in Thailand, often served as street food or at restaurants. Made with a combination of fish and spices, it is a spicy and flavorful dish that will awaken your taste buds. The patties are fried until golden brown and crispy on the outside, while the inside is soft and tender. These Thai Fish Cakes are perfect as a starter or a snack, and can easily be made at home in less than 30 minutes.

Instructions

1.	Place the chile, coriander, garlic, spring onions, and lemongrass in a food processor, and blend until fine.
2.	Add the prawns, cod, salt, and pepper, and pulse until well combined.
3.	Using clean hands, shape the mixture into small patties, about the size of a golf ball.
4.	Heat a thin layer of oil in a large frying pan over medium heat and cook the fish cakes until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
5.	Serve immediately with sweet chili sauce or a dipping sauce of your choice.

PROS

Spicy and flavorful, these Thai Fish Cakes are a perfect starter for any seafood lover.

They are easy to make and can be cooked in less than 10 minutes.

CONS

Since the fish cakes are fried, they are high in calories and fat.

Therefore, they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Thai Fish Cakes are a good source of protein, which helps to build and repair muscle tissues.
The garlic and lemongrass in this recipe have anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease and cancer.