Caramelized Fish in Clay Pot

Name: Caramelized Fish in Clay Pot
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds firm white fish fillets; 1/4 cup fish sauce; 3 tablespoons sugar; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 2 shallots; 3 cloves garlic; 1/4 cup green onions; 1/2 cup coconut water; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 (optional) chili; for serving jasmine rice

A rustic and intensely flavorful Vietnamese dish of fish simmered in a rich, sweet, and savory caramelized sauce.

Vietnamese⏱ 45 min⚠ Contains 2 allergen(s)

✨ High in protein✨ High in sodium✨ Good source of potassium

Ingredients

Firm white fish fillets1.5 pounds
Fish sauce1/4 cup
Sugar3 tablespoons
Black pepper1 teaspoon
Shallots2
Garlic3 cloves
Green onions1/4 cup
Coconut water1/2 cup
Vegetable oil1 tablespoon
Chili1 (optional)
Jasmine ricefor serving

Nutrition (per serving, makes 4)

Calories236 kcal

Protein32 g

Carbs15 g

Fat4.8 g

Fiber0.7 g

Sugar12 g

Sodium1927 mg

Vitamin C8.8 mg

Iron0.8 mg

Calcium44 mg

Potassium868 mg

Estimated values.

Steps

1Prepare the caramel sauce by melting sugar in a clay pot or heavy-bottomed pan until golden brown, then carefully add coconut water to stop the cooking and create a base.
2Sauté minced shallots and garlic in vegetable oil until fragrant, then add them to the pot.
3Arrange fish fillets in the pot, then pour over the caramel sauce mixture, fish sauce, and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper.
4Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, cover the pot, and cook until the fish is tender and the sauce has reduced and thickened, approximately 20-25 minutes.
5Garnish generously with sliced green onions and optional fresh chili before serving.
6Serve the caramelized fish hot, directly from the clay pot, with plenty of steamed jasmine rice.