Grind the coriander, cumin, chilies, shallots, garlic and lemon grass until
finely chopped.
Add the ground almonds, salt and tamarind/lime juice - mix well. Toss the
cubed fish into the spice mixture and place into a bowl ( nonmetallic). Cover
with wrap and leave in the refrigerator for 4 hours or overnight
Once marinated, place all the mixture into a food processor with the egg
white and pulse for a few seconds until the mixture forms a chunky paste.
Heat enough oil to coat the base of the pan and cook tablespoonfuls of the
mixture shaped into cakes. Allow about 3 minutes on each side and place on
absorbent paper to soak excess fat.