Tod Man Pla (Thai Fish Cakes) With Dipping Sauce

Name: Tod Man Pla (Thai Fish Cakes) With Dipping Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 450 g firm white fish fillets; 3 tablespoons rice flour or 3 tablespoons cornflour; 1 tablespoon fish sauce; 1 egg, beaten; 1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves; 3 teaspoons red curry paste; 1 -2 teaspoon chopped red chile (optional); 100 g green beans, very finely sliced; 2 spring onions, very finely chopped; 1/2 cup oil, for frying

Servings: persons

1
Process the fish in processor til smooth.
2
Add rice flour, fish sauce, beaten egg, corriander, curry paste and chillis.
3
Process til combined. Transfer to a bowl.
4
Add spring onions and beans and mix together.
5
Use wet hands to form 2 tablespoons of mix at a time into flattish patties.
6
Heat oil in frying pan (skillet).
7
Cook 4 fish cakes at a time until brown on both sides, drain on paper towels, and serve with dipping sauce. Or go to Asian Dipping sauces that I am going to post, sorry I don't have the # yet) for serving.
8
DIPPING SAUCE:
9
In small bowl dissolve 1 teaspoon of sugar in 1/3 cup fish sauce. Sir constantly. Add 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 2 small seeded and very finely chopped red chillis.
10
Finely grate 1/2 small carrot, and a peeled radish, stir into sauce just before serving.

370

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 450 g firm white fish fillets, 3 tablespoons rice flour or 3 tablespoons cornflour, 1 tablespoon fish sauce, 1 egg, beaten, and more.

Yes, Tod Man Pla (Thai Fish Cakes) With Dipping Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!