Tod man pla are fried fish cakes, classic Thai appetizer served with sweet and sour cucumber sauce. Their chewy texture and curry flavor make them ideal as a starter or snack. They are sold in seafood markets and restaurants all along the Thai coast.
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Tod man pla Thai fish cakes from Thailand: traditional step-by-step recipe, with chef's advice and clear timing.
- thailand
- MAIN COURSES
- Light
- High protein
- medium
20 min
Tiempo de Preparación
4
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 285 kcal
- Protein 24 g
- Fiber 2 g
- Carbohydrates 18 g
- Fat 12 g
- Sodium 720 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Tod man pla Thai fish cakes is a preparation from Thailand with medium difficulty. Reserve about 35 minutes in total (20 for mise en place and preparation, 15 for cooking). Follow the 6 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 400 g boneless white fish fillet.
- Have ready: 2 tablespoons red curry paste.
- Have ready: 1 egg.
- Have ready: 2 tablespoons of rice flour.
- Have ready: 2 tablespoons of palm sugar.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Grind the fish in a processor until smooth.
Grind the fish in a processor until smooth.
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Mix with red curry
Mix with red curry, egg, rice flour, sugar and fish sauce.
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Add kaffir lime and chopped green beans
Add kaffir lime and chopped green beans.
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Form 6 cm discs and fry in hot oil until golden brown…
Form 6 cm discs and fry in hot oil until golden brown on both sides. Look for a uniform golden color; The seal concentrates flavor and prevents it from releasing too much liquid later.
Look for a uniform golden color; The seal concentrates flavor and prevents it from releasing too much liquid later
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Drain on paper and let rest for 2 minutes.
Drain on paper and let rest for 2 minutes. Resting time is not optional: it improves texture, hydrates fibers and balances flavors.
Resting time is not optional: it improves texture, hydrates fibers and balances flavors
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Serve with cucumber sauce
Serve with cucumber sauce, lettuce and cilantro.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Version with seasonal white fish instead of the main fish.
- Version with whole wheat pasta or brown rice for greater fiber content.
- Mild version by reducing chilies and hot spices by half.
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