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Thai Fish Cakes

Delicious Thai Fish Cakes You Can Easily Make at Home

Discover the joy of homemade Thai Fish Cakes, bursting with authentic flavors and a delightful texture.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 34 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Fish Mixture
  • 500 g White Fish Fillets Use skinless, boneless fish like tilapia or barramundi.
  • 3 tbsp Red Curry Paste Opt for a quality store-bought brand.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro/Coriander Leaves Optional.
  • 2 tbsp Fish Sauce Can be replaced with soy sauce for a vegetarian option.
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice Fresh lime juice.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder.
For the Coating
  • 1/4 cup Rice Flour Or cornstarch.
For Frying
  • 1/2 cup Oil Use vegetable, canola, or sunflower oil.
For Serving
  • 1/2 cup Sweet Chilli Sauce For dipping.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro/Coriander Leaves For garnish.
  • 1 large Lime Wedge For garnish.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup Green Beans Finely chopped.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Non-Stick Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Ice cream or cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, combine the skinless, boneless fish fillets, red curry paste, cilantro, fish sauce, lime juice, and egg. Pulse until the mixture reaches a minced paste consistency (~30 seconds).
  2. Transfer the minced fish mixture to a mixing bowl. Gently fold in the rice flour and finely chopped green beans if using. Combine until fully blended (~1-2 minutes).
  3. Using an ice cream or cookie scoop, portion out the fish mixture and shape it into uniform patties (~1 cm thick).
  4. In a non-stick skillet, heat enough vegetable oil over medium-high until shimmering (~3-4 minutes). Test by dropping a small amount of the fish mixture; if it sizzles, it's ready.
  5. Carefully place the patties in the hot oil, frying each for about 2 minutes on each side until deep golden brown.
  6. Transfer cooked patties to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Allow to rest for a minute.
  7. Serve hot, drizzled with sweet chili sauce and garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 2cakesCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Thai Fish Cakes are a delightful treat that pairs well with jasmine rice or an Asian slaw. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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