Cá Kho Tộ Mặn

Cá Kho Tộ Mặn is a savory Vietnamese caramelized fish dish cooked in a clay pot, featuring tender fish simmered in a rich sauce of soy and fish sauce. This low-carb version retains the dish's authentic flavors while being mindful of carbohydrate content.

Ingredients

• Catfish fillets - 300 grams
• Coconut aminos - 3 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 2, thinly sliced
• Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
• Red chili - 1, sliced (optional)
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Oil - 1 tablespoon (for frying)
• Water - 100 ml

Steps

1. Heat the oil in a clay pot or a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and sliced shallots, sautéing until fragrant and slightly golden.
3. Add the catfish fillets to the pot, searing each side for about 2-3 minutes until lightly browned.
4. Pour in the coconut aminos and fish sauce, then add the black pepper and sliced chili.
5. Add the water and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
6. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes until the fish is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
7. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 1200 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from fish, benefiting heart health.

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