Cá Nướng

Cá Nướng is a delicious Vietnamese grilled fish dish, marinated with aromatic herbs and spices, perfect for a low-carb lunch. It is served with a fresh salad, making it a healthy and vibrant meal option.

Ingredients

• White fish fillets (such as tilapia or snapper) - 300 grams
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 1 tablespoon, minced
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh mint - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Lettuce leaves - 4 large leaves (for serving)
• Cucumber - 1/2, thinly sliced
• Radishes - 4, thinly sliced

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix the lemon juice, fish sauce, minced garlic, minced shallots, cilantro, mint, chili flakes, black pepper, and olive oil to create the marinade.
2. Add the white fish fillets to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat the grill or oven to medium-high heat.
4. Remove the fish from the marinade and place it on a grill or a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
5. Grill the fish for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until it flakes easily with a fork and has nice grill marks.
6. While the fish is grilling, prepare the salad by arranging the lettuce leaves on a plate, then topping them with sliced cucumber and radishes.
7. Once the fish is done, place it on top of the salad and serve immediately, garnished with extra herbs if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 34 g
• Carbs: 7 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 650 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and satiety.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants from herbs, promoting heart health.

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