FAST VIETNAMESE CARAMEL BLUEFISH
The first bluefish catch marks the beginning of summer in the Northeast, where the rich-tasting fish are plentiful, inexpensive and sustainable. Bluefish are best enjoyed very fresh, so make sure to get yours from a reliable source. Eaten within a day or two of catching, the flesh is sweet and flaky, with a deep ocean flavor. In this recipe, fillets are simmered in a brown sugar, ginger and soy sauce mixture that mimics the peppery flavors of a classic Vietnamese caramel fish, but without having to make caramel. The result is complex, tangy, slightly sweet and comes together in under 30 minutes. And if you can't get bluefish, other full-flavored fillets can be substituted. And if you can't find lemongrass, use strips of lemon or lime zest instead.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, lunch, quick, weekday, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Brush fish all over with oil. Remove outer layer of lemongrass stalk and cut stalk into 2-inch lengths. Using the butt of a kitchen knife, pound and bruise stalks all over.
- Place lemongrass pieces, sugar, fish sauce, soy sauce, ginger and black pepper in a large skillet. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, and reduce sauce for 1 to 2 minutes, until syrupy.
- Place fish, skin side-down, in pan. Simmer, basting fish frequently with pan sauce, for 2 minutes; carefully turn fish and continue cooking until fish is just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes longer.
- Transfer fish to a serving plate and garnish with scallion, jalapeño and cilantro. Drizzle with additional sauce. Serve over rice, if desired.
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Abdul Elsayed
[email protected]This dish is simply amazing. The fish is cooked to perfection and the caramel sauce is out of this world. I highly recommend this recipe.
Shahzaib Goli
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try! The fish is cooked perfectly and the caramel sauce is divine. I highly recommend this recipe.
UMMU BELLO
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The fish is always cooked perfectly and the caramel sauce is delicious.
C K
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for fish. It's always a hit with my family and friends. The fish is cooked perfectly and the caramel sauce is amazing.
Nyibol Susan
[email protected]I love this recipe because it's so quick and easy to make. The fish is always cooked perfectly and the caramel sauce is delicious.
Chase The Lace
[email protected]This dish is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The fish is always cooked perfectly and the caramel sauce is delicious.
Pooja Persaud
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The fish is always cooked perfectly and the caramel sauce is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.
Sandy Sinkhorn
[email protected]I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The fish was cooked perfectly and the caramel sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
daniel preston
[email protected]This dish is a winner! The fish is crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside. The caramel sauce is also very tasty. I will definitely be making this again.
Leila Rivera
[email protected]I love this recipe! The fish is always cooked perfectly and the caramel sauce is so flavorful. I usually serve it with rice and vegetables.
Tonie Wiilliams
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The fish is flaky and the caramel sauce is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.
KAUNDA KENNEDY
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of fish, but this recipe changed my mind. The caramel sauce is incredible and the fish is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Altansuh Bilegsaihan
[email protected]This is my new favorite way to cook fish! The caramel sauce is so flavorful and the fish is cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.
MD SHAKIBUL ISLAM SUMON
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The fish was cooked perfectly and the caramel sauce was amazing.
Cash Reynolds
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The fish was crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside. The caramel sauce was also very tasty.
Azhar Azharali
[email protected]This recipe was a hit with my family! The fish was perfectly cooked and the caramel sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.