Saturday, October 1, 2011

Deep-Fried Shrimp Cakes In Thai Style

Deep-Fried Shrimp Cakes In Thai Style


Ingredients :
- 10 oz shrimp flesh -
- 2 lettuce leaves -
- 4 chillies -

Seasoning :
- 1/2 tsp salt -
- 1/6 tsp sugar -
- Pinch of pepper -
- 1 tbsp caltrop strach -
- 1 egg white -

Batter Consistency :
- 1 egg white mixed with 1 tbsp caltrop strach -

Sweet and Sour Sauce :

- 1/2 red perennial chilli (finely chopped) -
- 1 tsp crushed garlic -
- 1 1/2 tsp white vinegar -
- 1 tbsp tomato ketchup -
- 1 tbsp sugar -
- 1/6 tsp salt -
- 1/2 tsp caltrop starch -
- 4 tbsp water -

* Mix all ingredients well and bring tha moxture to the boil over low heat.

Method :
1. Deven shrimps. Rub with salt and cornflour. Rinse in running tap for mimutes. Drain well. Wipe dry. Crush and mash with the back of knife. Add seasoning. Stir well until sticky. Refrigerate for one hour.
2. Wet hand with batter. Shape shrimp mash into small cakes. brush with a litte caltrop starch. Refrigerate for one hour or overnight. Deep-fry over high heat until golden. Arrange on lettuce leaves. Garnish with chillies. Serve with sweet and sour sauce.

Tasty Thai Cuisine

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