Vietnamese-style catfish coated in a caramelized reduction.
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup water, divided
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 medium shallots, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/3 cup white sugar
- 2 pounds catfish fillets
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup chopped cilantro
- ½ teaspoon white sugar
Directions
Step 1
Combine 1/3 cup water and fish sauce in a small bowl. Combine shallots, garlic, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a separate bowl.
Step 2
Heat 1/3 cup sugar and remaining 1/3 cup water in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar turns deep golden brown, 4 to 6 minutes. Gently stir in fish sauce mixture and bring to a boil.
Step 3
Stir in shallot mixture and cook until shallots soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Add catfish, cover, and cook until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer catfish to a large plate, and cover to keep warm.
Step 4
Increase the heat to high and stir in 1/2 teaspoon sugar. Stir in lime juice and add any catfish juices that have collected on the plate. Bring mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer until sauce has reduced, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour sauce over catfish and garnish with cilantro and green onion.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 404 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat17g | 22% |
Saturated Fat4g | 20% |
Cholesterol107mg | 36% |
Sodium676mg | 29% |
Total Carbohydrate24g | 9% |
Dietary Fiber1g | 3% |
Total Sugars19g | |
Protein37g | |
Vitamin C8mg | 41% |
Calcium50mg | 4% |
Iron2mg | 11% |
Potassium854mg | 18% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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