Red Curry Prawn Cakes

Can easily substitute home-made red curry paste for high-quality store bought.

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Step 1

Make dipping sauce by combining all ingredients in a bowl & set aside.

Step 2

Spread chopped prawns on a plate & place in the freezer for 15 minutes (this ensures a springy texture).

Step 3

Combine chilled prawns, curry paste, egg yolk, fish sauce & sugar in food processor & pulse until smooth (about 30 seconds).

Step 4

Transfer to mixing bowl, stir in green beans & basil & season with salt. Shape into small flat discs about 5cm diameter.

Step 5

Heat a few centimeters of oil in wok until shimmering, then fry the prawn cakes in small batches for 2-3 minutes until golden.

Step 6

Darin on paper towel & serve with bowl of dipping sauce.