Baked Prawn and Chilli Ginger Cakes
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Baked Prawn and Chilli Ginger Cakes, a perfect fusion of bold flavors and healthy cooking. Made with juicy prawns, aromatic ginger, fragrant coriander, and a touch of zesty lime, these cakes pack a punch with every bite. Their crispy breadcrumb coating is baked to golden perfection, making this dish a lighter alternative to traditional pan-fried seafood cakes. The addition of fish sauce brings an enticing umami depth, while the quick prep and bake time make this recipe a stress-free winner for weeknight dinners or dinner party starters. Serve them warm with fresh lime wedges and a tangy chili dipping sauce for a vibrant, flavor-packed experience.
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Ingredients
- 400 grams raw prawns, peeled and deveined
- 1 piece fresh red chilli, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 pieces spring onions, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornflour
- 1 piece egg white
- 4 tablespoons breadcrumbs
- 1 as needed olive oil spray
- 1 for garnish lime wedges
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a food processor, add the raw prawns, chilli, ginger, garlic, spring onions, coriander leaves, lime zest, fish sauce, cornflour, and egg white.
Step 3
Pulse the ingredients until a coarse paste is formed. Avoid over-processing; you want the mixture to still have some texture.
Step 4
With wet hands, shape the mixture into small, flat cakes—about 8 to 10 cakes in total.
Step 5
Pour the breadcrumbs into a shallow dish, then press each prawn cake lightly into the breadcrumbs to coat evenly on both sides.
Step 6
Arrange the prawn cakes on the prepared baking tray and spray both sides lightly with olive oil spray.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the cakes are golden and firm to the touch.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a couple of minutes before serving.
Step 9
Serve warm with lime wedges on the side and a chili dipping sauce if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (601.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 715.9 |
| Total Fat 4.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 1.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 756mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2717.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 63.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.8g | |
| Protein 110.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 375.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1477.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories