Asian Spicy Recipes - Pro Het Trei (Fish Cakes)

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RECIPES OF CAMBODIA
Pro Het Trei (Fish Cakes) Ingredients
3 sticks 1 tbsp 1/2 tsp 2 tsp 3 cloves 1/2 tsp 450 gm	Fresh lemongrass (chopped) Sugar Salt Fish sauce Garlic (peeled and crushed) Turmeric Boneless white fish Oil (for frying)
Method Crush the lemongrass in a mortar and pestle, or grind it in a coffee grinder Cut the fish into chunks and put it in a food processor with the crushed lemongrass and all the other ingredients Process the mixture until it is well chopped but not smooth Using wet hands, form the mixture into about 20 small patties In a frying pan, heat enough oil to generously cover the bottom When the oil is moderately hot, fry the fish cakes until they are golden, turning once (Be careful not too overcook the cakes or they will be tough) Serve hot with steamed rice, lemon wedges and chilli sauce Instead of frying the fish cakes, form the fish mixture into small balls and steam them above boiling water for several minutes or until cooked