Cá Bò Nướng

Cá Bò Nướng is a flavorful Vietnamese grilled fish dish that highlights the fresh taste of seafood with fragrant herbs and a zesty marinade. Perfectly charred and served with a tangy dipping sauce, it's a delightful high-protein meal that’s easy to prepare.

Ingredients

• Mackerel fillets - 300 grams
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 2, finely chopped
• Lemongrass - 1 stalk, finely minced
• Fish sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh coriander - 20 grams, chopped
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Green chili - 1, sliced (optional)
• Rice noodles - 100 grams (for serving)
• Lettuce leaves - 4 leaves (for serving)
• Pickled vegetables - 100 grams (for serving)

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine minced garlic, chopped shallots, minced lemongrass, fish sauce, sugar, black pepper, turmeric powder, and vegetable oil to create a marinade.
2. Add the mackerel fillets to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the marinated mackerel fillets on the grill.
4. Grill the fish for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
5. While the fish is grilling, prepare the dipping sauce by mixing lime juice, sliced green chili, and chopped coriander in a small bowl.
6. To serve, place the grilled mackerel on a plate with rice noodles, lettuce leaves, and pickled vegetables. Drizzle the dipping sauce over the fish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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