Chả Cá Thăng Long

Chả Cá Thăng Long is a delightful Vietnamese dish featuring marinated fish grilled to perfection, served with fresh herbs and a tangy dipping sauce. This low-carb version emphasizes the flavors of the fish and herbs, making it a healthy and delicious side dish.

Ingredients

• White fish fillets (such as tilapia or cod) - 300 grams
• Turmeric powder - 1 teaspoon
• Fish sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Shallots (finely sliced) - 2 tablespoons
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh dill (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh coriander (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Lettuce leaves (for serving) - 4 large leaves
• Chili (sliced, for garnish) - 1 small

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the turmeric powder, fish sauce, minced garlic, sliced shallots, black pepper, and lemon juice to create a marinade.
2. Add the fish fillets to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat a grill or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the surface to prevent sticking.
4. Remove the fish from the marinade and grill for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
5. While the fish is cooking, prepare a serving platter with lettuce leaves, fresh dill, and coriander.
6. Once cooked, slice the fish into bite-sized pieces and arrange them on the platter with the herbs.
7. Garnish with sliced chili for added spice and serve immediately, allowing diners to wrap the fish and herbs in lettuce for a fresh bite.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and satiety.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids (if using fatty fish), promoting heart health.

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