Thai Fish Cakes

fish fillet

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option while canned tuna is more affordable.

red curry paste

🥗Healthier: homemade curry paste

💰Cheaper: store-bought curry paste

Homemade curry paste can be lower in sodium and preservatives.

cucumber

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: carrot

Zucchini is a low-calorie substitute, while carrot is often cheaper.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: cashews

Sunflower seeds are lower in calories, while cashews can be found at lower prices.

Thaw frozen fish fillets and place in food processor

Chop spring onion and kaffir lime leaves finely

Add thawed fish, egg, brown sugar, lime juice, and red Thai curry paste to food processor

Pulse mixture until combined

Transfer mixture to a bowl and add chopped Thai basil, coriander, and corn flour

Mix well to combine all ingredients

Shape mixture into flat discs, using cold water on hands to prevent sticking

Chill shaped cakes in the fridge to firm up

Heat extra virgin olive oil in frying pan until hot

Shallow fry cakes for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until cooked

Drain on paper towels and serve with sweet chili sauce mixed with lime juice and fish sauce, topped with fresh coriander and chopped peanuts

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