Cá Kho Burger
Cá Kho Burger is a delightful fusion of traditional Vietnamese flavors and modern burger concepts, featuring tender caramelized fish marinated in aromatic spices. This keto-friendly dish offers a unique taste experience while maintaining low carbohydrates, perfect for health-conscious food lovers.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Vietnamese
350 kcal
Ingredients
- White fish fillet (e.g., catfish or tilapia) - 300 grams
- Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
- Coconut sugar - 1 teaspoon (or erythritol for keto)
- Ground black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
- Shallots, sliced - 2 small
- Fresh ginger, grated - 1 teaspoon
- Red chili, sliced - 1 (optional)
- Lettuce leaves - 4 large
- Cucumber, thinly sliced - 1/2
- Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup
- Lime wedges - 2
- Avocado - 1 small, sliced
- Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
Steps
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, fish sauce, coconut sugar, black pepper, minced garlic, sliced shallots, grated ginger, and sliced chili. Mix well to create a marinade.
- Add the fish fillets to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the marinated fish fillets and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and caramelized.
- Remove the fish from the pan and let it rest for a couple of minutes. Slice the fish into pieces suitable for a burger.
- To assemble the burgers, place a piece of fish on a large lettuce leaf, top with sliced cucumber, avocado, and fresh cilantro. Squeeze lime juice over the top.
- Wrap the lettuce leaf around the filling to create a burger and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 10 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
- Total Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Water: 0.3 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from fish, promoting heart health.
- Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.
Tags
VietnameseKetoBurger