Cá Thu Sốt Cà Chua (Classic Mackerel in Tomato Sauce)
Món truyền thống · Vietnamese
A quintessential Vietnamese home-style dish featuring pan-fried mackerel fillets simmered in a rich, savory tomato sauce. This classic preparation highlights the natural flavors of the fish with a balance of sweet, sour, and umami notes.
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Nguyên liệu
- Mackerel fillets4
- Tomatoes3 large
- Onion1/2 medium
- Garlic2 cloves
- Fish sauce2 tablespoons
- Sugar1 teaspoon
- Vegetable oil2 tablespoons
- Water1/4 cup
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Green onions2 stalks
- Cilantrofor garnish
- Chili peppersoptional, for garnish
Các bước
- 1
Pat the mackerel fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.
- 2
Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Pan-fry the mackerel fillets until golden brown on both sides. Remove from pan and set aside.
- 3
Finely chop the onion and garlic. Dice the tomatoes.
- 4
In the same pan, sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
- 5
Add the diced tomatoes and cook until softened and broken down, forming a sauce. You can add a splash of water if it becomes too dry.
- 6
Stir in fish sauce and sugar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 7
Return the fried mackerel fillets to the pan, nestling them into the sauce. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the fish to absorb the flavors.
- 8
Chop the green onions. Garnish the dish with chopped green onions, cilantro, and sliced chili peppers if desired.
