Thai chicken cakes with sweet chilli sauce
Discover this authentic Thai Thai chicken cakes with sweet chilli sauce recipe — a satisfying weeknight dish that's an impressive dish that showcases your cooking skills. Made with chicken breast, garlic, ginger and 8 more fresh ingredients, this recipe guides you through 2 detailed steps to create a truly memorable meal. Ready in about 40 minutes from start to finish. Whether you're cooking for family, friends, or a special occasion, this thai classic is sure to impress.
15
Prep Time (min)
30
Cook Time (min)
4
servings
430
Calories/serving
Hard
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 2 large Chicken Breast
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 small Ginger
- 1 chopped Onion
- 4 tbs Coriander
- 1 chopped Green Chilli
- 2 tblsp Olive Oil
- To serve sweet chilli sauce
- To serve Lime
- Chopped Spring Onions
- Chopped Red Chilli
Instructions
2 steps · ~11 minutes total
Step 1
Toss the chicken, garlic, ginger, onion, coriander and chilli into a food processor and season well. Blitz until the chicken is finely ground and everything is well mixed. Use your hands to shape six small cakes.
3 minutesTaste as you go and adjust seasoning gradually — you can always add more but can't take it away.Step 2
Heat the oil in a frying pan, then fry the cakes over a medium heat for about 6-8 mins, turning once. Serve hot, with sweet chilli sauce, lime wedges, coriander, shredded spring onion and red chilli.
8 minutesTest the oil temperature with a small piece of food — it should sizzle immediately.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 5 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 3 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor and texture.
What to Serve With
Complete your thai meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Thai chicken cakes with sweet chilli sauce is a beloved dish from Thai cuisine, originating in Thailand. With a total preparation time of about 45 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Thai cuisine is famous for its bold flavors and the delicate balance of four fundamental tastes: sweet, sour, salty, and spicy. Fresh herbs and aromatic ingredients are used extensively.
This recipe is rated hard difficulty and uses 11 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
Thai chicken cakes are typically made with ground chicken, fresh herbs such as cilantro and basil, garlic, ginger, and spices. They are often mixed with breadcrumbs or rice flour for texture.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
