Thai Salad With Crispy Whitebait Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, salt, and water to make a batter.
• STEP 2.Dip the whitebait into the batter, ensuring they are well coated.
• STEP 3.Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pan. Fry the whitebait in batches until golden and crispy.
• STEP 4.In a large bowl, combine lettuce, cucumber, herbs, and cherry tomatoes. Toss with the dressing.
• STEP 5.Top the salad with the crispy whitebait and garnish with chopped peanuts.
• STEP 6.Serve the Thai salad with crispy whitebait immediately.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the whitebait to ensure a crispy texture.
• You can use other small fish or seafood, such as anchovies or shrimp, instead of whitebait.
• For extra heat, add some sliced red chili to the salad.

Storage and Serving

• This Thai salad is best served immediately after assembling.
• Leftover whitebait can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the whitebait in the oven or air fryer to regain crispiness before serving.