Jul 14 2026

Thai Fish Cakes Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

deep fried fish cake with sweet sauce

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Ingredients

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Fish Cake Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Fish Mixture

    In a food processor, combine the fish fillets, red curry paste, fish sauce, cilantro, lime juice, and egg. Process until the mixture is smooth.

  2. 2

    Form the Fish Cakes

    Transfer the fish mixture to a bowl and add cornstarch. Mix well until combined. Shape the mixture into small patties, about 2 inches in diameter.

  3. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.

  4. 4

    Fry the Fish Cakes

    Carefully add the fish cakes to the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.

  5. 5

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the fish cakes from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with a sweet sauce of your choice.

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