Cá Chẽm Nướng

Cá Chẽm Nướng is a flavorful Vietnamese grilled fish dish that showcases the delicate taste of fish infused with aromatic herbs and spices. This low-carb recipe not only highlights the freshness of seafood but also presents a healthy and satisfying meal option.

Ingredients

• Cá chẽm (Snapper) - 400 grams, cleaned and filleted
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Coconut aminos - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh mint - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Red chili - 1, deseeded and finely chopped
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lettuce leaves - for serving

Steps

1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a bowl, combine lemon juice, minced garlic, fish sauce, coconut aminos, chopped cilantro, chopped mint, red chili, black pepper, and olive oil. Mix well to create a marinade.
3. Place the fish fillets in the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for 15 minutes.
4. Once marinated, carefully place the fillets on the grill. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
5. Remove the fish from the grill and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
6. Serve the grilled fish over a bed of lettuce leaves, garnished with additional chopped herbs if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

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

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