Best 3 Caramelized Black Pepper Fish From Vietnam Recipes
Embark on a culinary journey to Vietnam and discover the tantalizing flavors of Caramelized Black Pepper Fish. This delectable dish, often referred to as "Cá Kho Tiêu" in Vietnamese, is a symphony of sweet, savory, and spicy notes that will tantalize your taste buds. Prepared using fresh fish fillets, typically catfish or basa, that are expertly caramelized and infused with the bold flavors of black pepper and fish sauce. Accompanying this main course are two equally enticing recipes: Vietnamese Pickled Vegetables and Steamed Rice. The pickled vegetables, known as "Dưa Chua," offer a refreshing contrast with their tangy and crunchy texture, while the steamed rice serves as the perfect base to soak up the rich sauce from the fish. Get ready to indulge in a Vietnamese culinary masterpiece that is sure to leave you craving for more.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
FAST VIETNAMESE CARAMEL BLUEFISH
The first bluefish catch marks the beginning of summer in the Northeast, where the rich-tasting fish are plentiful, inexpensive and sustainable. Bluefish are best enjoyed very fresh, so make sure to get yours from a reliable source. Eaten within a day or two of catching, the flesh is sweet and flaky, with a deep ocean flavor. In this recipe, fillets are simmered in a brown sugar, ginger and soy sauce mixture that mimics the peppery flavors of a classic Vietnamese caramel fish, but without having to make caramel. The result is complex, tangy, slightly sweet and comes together in under 30 minutes. And if you can't get bluefish, other full-flavored fillets can be substituted. And if you can't find lemongrass, use strips of lemon or lime zest instead.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, lunch, quick, weekday, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Brush fish all over with oil. Remove outer layer of lemongrass stalk and cut stalk into 2-inch lengths. Using the butt of a kitchen knife, pound and bruise stalks all over.
- Place lemongrass pieces, sugar, fish sauce, soy sauce, ginger and black pepper in a large skillet. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, and reduce sauce for 1 to 2 minutes, until syrupy.
- Place fish, skin side-down, in pan. Simmer, basting fish frequently with pan sauce, for 2 minutes; carefully turn fish and continue cooking until fish is just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes longer.
- Transfer fish to a serving plate and garnish with scallion, jalapeño and cilantro. Drizzle with additional sauce. Serve over rice, if desired.
VIETNAMESE FISH SIMMERED IN CARAMEL SAUCE (CA KHO TO)
This is one of my favorite dishes at a local Vietnamese restaurant. I searched around the internet for the recipe and this is what a came up with. I just made this tonight and am quite surprised how close it taste to the restaurant version. It is normally made in a clay pot but a 2-quart saucepan will suffice. Beware, fish sauce is a very pungent ingredient.
Provided by angelcakes
Categories Catfish
Time 50m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a heavy 2-quart saucepan, cook the sugar over low to medium heat, swirling the pan constantly, until brown and caramelized.
- Remove pan from heat and stir the fish sauce into the caramel.
- It will smoke slightly.
- Return the pan to low heat and gently boil for about couple minutes while stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Stir in the shallots, chili and ginger.
- Add the fish in the caramel sauce and sprinkle with black pepper.
- Bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan.
- Simmer for 30-45 minutes, turning the fish occasionally and carefully.
- Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.2, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 124.7, Sodium 225.6, Carbohydrate 26.7, Sugar 22.2, Protein 35.2
CARAMELIZED BLACK-PEPPER FISH
This is a Vietnamese recipe from the website panningtheglobe.com. The last 2 ingredients are for the garnish.
Provided by Ck2plz
Categories Cambodian
Time 40m
Yield 4-5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oil (in a skillet large enough to hold the fish) over medium heat. Add the shallots and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften (lower the heat if they start to brown) Transfer them to a small bowl and set aside.
- Add sugar, fish sauce, and water to the skillet. Over medium heat, cook the mixture for about 5 minutes, until it starts to turn brown and there are large bubbles throughout. Sprinkle in the pepper and the cooked shallots and cook for a minute more. Add the fish and cook, turning gently with a spatula every three minutes or so, until it is coated evenly with thickened caramel sauce, and just cooked through, 8-10 minutes. (you can add a few tablespoons of water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if the pan seems too dry).
- Sprinkle with scallions and cilantro. Serve with steamed rice and a simple green vegetable.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.9, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 136.2, Sodium 1607.8, Carbohydrate 20, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 13.5, Protein 53.3
Tips:
- Choose a firm-fleshed fish: This will help the fish hold its shape during cooking and prevent it from falling apart.
- Use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet: This will help the fish caramelize evenly and prevent it from sticking.
- Be careful not to overcrowd the skillet: This will also prevent the fish from cooking evenly.
- Cook the fish until it is golden brown and crispy on the outside and cooked through on the inside: This will take about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Serve the fish immediately with your favorite dipping sauce: This could be a simple soy sauce-based sauce, a spicy chili sauce, or a nutty peanut sauce.
Conclusion:
Caramelized black pepper fish is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to enjoy the flavors of Vietnamese cuisine and is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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