Cá Basa Kho Tộ (Clay Pot Braised Catfish)
Món truyền thống · Vietnamese
A richer, more intense version of Cá Basa Kho Tiêu, traditionally cooked in a clay pot (tộ) for a deeper flavor infusion. This variation often includes a touch of chili for a subtle heat.
Đánh giá công thức này
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Nguyên liệu
- Basa fillets600g
- Fish sauce4 tbsp
- Sugar2 tbsp
- Water1/4 cup
- Shallots3 medium, thinly sliced
- Garlic4 cloves, minced
- Black peppercorns1 tsp, coarsely ground
- Red chili pepper1, sliced (optional)
- Cooking oil2 tbsp
- Scallions2, chopped for garnish
- Cilantrosmall bunch, for garnish
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
Các bước
- 1
Cut basa into thick, 1.5-inch pieces. Marinate with 1 tbsp fish sauce, 1 tsp sugar, salt, and pepper for 15 minutes.
- 2
In a separate bowl, mix remaining fish sauce, sugar, water, minced garlic, and ground black pepper.
- 3
Heat oil in a clay pot (tộ) or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add sliced shallots and sauté until softened.
- 4
Add the marinated basa pieces to the pot and sear lightly on all sides.
- 5
Pour the sauce mixture over the fish. Add sliced chili if using.
- 6
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the fish.
- 7
Stir gently occasionally to prevent sticking. The sauce should become thick and glossy.
- 8
Garnish with chopped scallions and cilantro before serving.
