CA KHO TO (VIETNAMESE FISH IN CARAMEL SAUCE)

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This is an authentic Vietnamese fish dish. I have to admit that the first time I heard of fish with caramel sauce, I thought that it sounded like an awful combination! Boy, was I wrong! It is delicious and very unique-- the flavors actually work very well. Soooo good!

Provided by Sommer Clary

Categories     Vietnamese

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 large cloves garlic, finely minced
3 shallots, finely minced
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup coconut milk
1 1/2 lbs catfish, filet (can substitute with halibut, striped bass, or pacific flounder)

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the fish sauce, brown sugar, honey, pepper, garlic and shallots.
  • In a dutch oven, melt the sugar and cook until golden brown. Add the water. Add the coconut milk and stir. Add the fish and the contents of the bowl. Reduce heat to medium low, cover, and let simmer for at least ½ hour to 45 minutes. After 15 minutes, turn the fish over so that both sides soak in the sauce. Add more coconut milk if the sauce starts to dry out. Before serving, take off the lid so that the sauce can thicken a bit. Serve immediately with jasmine rice.

Fazal Elahi
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Meh.


Thomas Bywater
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The fish was overcooked and the sauce was too thick. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Laiq Zada
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This recipe is a bit bland for my taste. I had to add some extra spices to give it some flavor.


Habibkhan 2525
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I had trouble finding some of the ingredients, but I was able to substitute them with similar items. The dish still turned out great.


ayoty star
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavor is incredible.


Gullu Boy
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. Everyone loves the sweet and savory flavor of the sauce.


M Waqar
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The caramel sauce is what really makes this dish. It's so flavorful and pairs perfectly with the fish.


Adwoa Juliet
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow and the results are always delicious.


amer allababidi
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This dish was a hit with my family. The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Meghna K Deepak
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What an amazing recipe!