Tod Mun Pla Recipe (Thai Fish Cakes)

Nguyên liệu

• 1 lb fish (see notes)
• 2 tablespoons red curry paste
• 5 kaffir lime leaves (stems removed, cut into thin strips)
• 2 tablespoons tapioca starch
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 egg
• 1/2 tablespoon white sugar
• 2 yardlong beans (finely chopped)

Cách làm

1. 1

   Use a granite mortar and pestle to pound the fish fillets until smooth.

2. 2

   Add red curry paste and continue pounding until fully combined.

3. 3

   Add tapioca starch, fish sauce, egg, and sugar. Pound or stir until the mixture becomes sticky and smooth.

4. 4

   Stir in the finely sliced kaffir lime leaves and chopped yard long beans.

5. 5

   Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight) to help firm up the texture.

6. 6

   Scoop and shape the mixture into small patties using your hands or a spoon.

7. 7

   Gently drop the patties into the hot oil or slide them off the side of the pan. Fry in small batches and flip with a spider strainer or slotted spoon until golden brown on both sides.

8. 8

   Transfer to a colander or paper towel-lined tray to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.