Ingredients
1-lb. white crabmeat-
4oz. greenbeans-finely chopped
1 green or red chile,seeded and finely chopped
1tsp.finely chopped lemongrass
zest of one lime
1tab.fish sauce
1Tab.chinese chives or garlic chives
1 egg white, lightly beaten
flour to dust
vegie oil for deep frying
lime wedges, to serve
Preparation
Flake crabmeat and check for shell pieces. Mix green beans, chile, lemongrass, lime zest, fish sauce and chives
Add egg white, stirring to bind. Dust hands and shape into 20 small balls. Flatten slightly and place on plate and chill for 1 hour. Heat oil to 325degrees Dust cakes with flour and fry. Place on lined plate, serve warm with lime wedges.
Can be assembled covered and chill up to day ahead. The flavors will deepen. Return to room temp before frying!
