התמונה להמחשה בלבדSpicy Thai Fish Cakes
Cooking With KidsControlled oven heat develops an even texture while preserving the balance of the listed ingredients. An aromatic Asian creation that brings the vibrant streets of Thailand directly to your plate, featuring a precise blend of fresh spices and balanced heat. The tender fish texture pairs perfectly with crisp green beans and the deep aromatic profile of lime leaves and basil, creating a rich bite ideal for an impressive starter or a cocktail accompaniment.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
Instructions
1Blend chillies, garlic, vinegar, water, sugar, and salt until smooth, then simmer for 3-5 minutes until syrupy.
2Put fish, curry paste, egg yolk, and sugar into a food processor and blend until firm enough to hold shape and mix until evenly combined.
3Mix in long beans, Thai basil, and kaffir lime leaves just until well combined.
4Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Form patties with wet hands and fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
5To finish, serve with dipping sauce mixed with cucumber, peanuts, and shallots.
Ingredients
- 350 g tender fish meat, dried thoroughly if thawed from frozen
- 2-3 Tbsp red curry paste
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 cup long beans, chopped
- 1/3 cup Thai basil or holy basil, sliced
- 5 kaffir lime leaves, finely julienned
- Fish sauce, to taste
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 spur chilli or another mild red chilli pepper
- Thai chillies to taste, optional
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup white vinegar, cane vinegar or rice vinegar
- 3 Tbsp water
- Cucumber slices for serving
- Optional add-ins for the dipping sauce: roasted crushed peanuts, sliced shallots
Nutrition
- Calories
- 317
- Protein
- 9.2g
- Carbs
- 53.9g
Recommended Equipment & Products
- Food processor
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Family cooking
Cooking With Kids
Simple ways children can join safely, with adult guidance.
Age 3-5
Small helper
- Mash soft ingredients
- Wash fruit and vegetables
Age 6-8
Kitchen explorer
- Stir a batter
- Measure simple ingredients
Age 9+
Confident cook
- Read the steps
- Portion and shape
Adults only
Grown-up task
- Use heat
- Handle sharp tools
Adult supervision required. Match activities to the child's age and abilities.
Skills Kids Practice
- Following instructions
- Fine motor skills
- Counting
- Teamwork
A good moment to remind kids not to share spoons, to wash hands, and to check ingredients with an adult.
Chef tips
Rinse the rice well before cooking to remove extra starch and make it fluffy!
Culinary reasoning
Controlled oven heat develops an even texture while preserving the balance of the listed ingredients. An aromatic Asian creation that brings the vibrant streets of Thailand directly to your plate, featuring a precise blend of fresh spices and balanced heat. The tender fish texture pairs perfectly with crisp green beans and the deep aromatic profile of lime leaves and basil, creating a rich bite ideal for an impressive starter or a cocktail accompaniment.
