A Recipe: Crispy Fish Cakes

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Thais do love fishes, in any form and any season.

This recipe of crispy and spicy fish patties could serve as an appetizer, a snack, or a hot or cold lunch dish.

Preparation Time: 20 minutes; Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

* 12 ounces of firm white fish fillets
* 1 tablespoon of Thai red curry paste
* 1 egg
* 8 green beans (thinly sliced or slivered)
* 4 green onions (tops only; thinly sliced)
* 3 kaffir lime leaves (minced, however, optional)
* 3 cloves of garlic (minced)
* 2 tablespoons of Thai fish sauce
* 1 ½ tablespoons of cornstarch
* 1 teaspoon of sugar
* 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
* Cucumber relish, spicy cucumber sauce, or spicy Thai chili sauce

Directions:

• Cut fish into cubes. Place fish, red curry paste and egg in food processor; cover. Process until smooth. Set aside. Mix green beans, green onions, lime leaves and garlic in a large bowl. Add fish sauce, cornstarch and sugar; stir to make a smooth paste. Add fish mixture; mix well.

• Heat oil in wok or heavy skillet on medium-high heat. With lightly moistened hands, form ¼ cup portions of the fish mixture into patties. Slide 3 of the patties into the oil. Fry until golden brown on each side, turning once. Do not overcook. Drain on paper towels.

• Serve warm or cold with cucumber relish, spicy cucumber sauce, or spicy Thai chili sauce.

Thai Kitchen Tip: 

To test mixture for flavor and texture, make a small patty and drop it into boiling water or fry in hot oil. For firmer patties, add fish or egg. For softer consistency, add cornstarch or a small amount of heavy cream.

 The Finished Product: