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Pahut Fish recipe

Cambodian Pahut Fish

120kcal
5 from 1 vote
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Prep 20 minutes
Cook 15 minutes
The Pahut Fish recipe is one of Cambodia's most beloved dishes.
Servings 8 People
Course Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Cambodian, SE Asian

Ingredients

  • 1 lb white fish fillet, such as cod or haddock
  • 1/2 cup green beans, trimmed and chopped
  • 1/2 cup carrots, peeled and grated
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 egg
  • Salt and pepper
  • Oil for frying

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Spatula
  • Spoon
  • Paper towels for draining

Method

  1. In a food processor, pulse the fish fillet until it becomes a paste-like consistency.
  2. Transfer the fish to a large mixing bowl and add in the green beans, carrots, onion, garlic, cilantro, fish sauce, sugar, cornstarch, egg, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with enough oil to cover the bottom.
  4. Use a spoon to scoop out the fish mixture and form it into small patties about 2-3 inches in diameter.
  5. Fry the patties until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  6. Drain the patties on a paper towel-lined plate.
  7. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving1gCalories120kcalCarbohydrates6gProtein13gFat4gSaturated Fat1gCholesterol67mgSodium308mgPotassium313mgFiber1gSugar2g

Notes

Tips and Tricks

 
To make the fish cakes more crispy, coat them in breadcrumbs before frying.
Make sure the oil is hot before adding the fish cakes to the skillet to ensure a golden brown crust.
Use a cookie scoop to make evenly sized fish cakes.
Chill the fish cake mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before forming them into patties to help them hold their shape better.

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