Ca Kho To, Vietnamese Caramelized Fish

Ca Kho To, Vietnamese Caramelized Fish

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White fish simmered in a savory sweet Vietnamese caramel with shallots, garlic, ginger, and chili. Ca kho to, cooked in a clay pot, serves two well.

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Cooking tools:

  • Pepper mill
  • Clay pot
  • Skillet
  • Stove
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Paper towel
  • Measuring spoon
  • Wooden spoon
  • Spatula

Ingredients

  • 2 tilapia or another type of firm white fish
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons shallot (finely chopped)
  • 3-4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 inch piece fresh ginger (cut into matchsticks)
  • 1-2 Thai chili peppers (chopped, depending on your spice level)
  • 1 stem fresh green peppercorn (optional)
  • 1/2 cup coconut water or coco rico soda or water
  • 3 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1-2 tablespoons brown sugar or palm sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sweet thick soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 scallions (chopped)
  • Fresh cilantro (chopped)

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