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Medium 40 min~510 kcal 8/10
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Cá Kho Tộ
A southern Vietnamese clay-pot fish dish that simmers fish in caramelized sauce and black pepper until glossy, dark, and deeply savory.
Medium⏱️ 50 min📖 1 min readServes 4~360 kcal🇻🇳 Vietnamese🌍 Full translation
20 min prep 30 min cook
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Timeline
Total 50 min- Prep20 min
- Cooking30 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 700 g Sea bass fillet
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Sugar
- 3 sprig Scallions
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Fish sauce
- 0.3 cup(~60 ml) Water
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Instructions
- 1
Cut the fish into large pieces and pat them dry with paper towel.
- 2
Melt the sugar in the pot for 3 minutes until it turns amber.
3 min03:00 - 3
Add the fish sauce and a little water to the caramel.
- 4
Place the fish in the sauce and cook over low heat for 25 minutes.
25 min25:00 - 5
Reduce the sauce uncovered for 3 minutes, stirring very little so the fish pieces do not fall apart.
3 min03:00
💡 Tip: Cook the fish gently in the caramel sauce; in a clay pot it stays intact instead of falling apart.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with white rice, topping the fish with scallions.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Omega-3
- Vitamin D
Nutrition (per serving)
~360
kcal calories
30
g protein
8
g carbs
22
g fat
Protein 34%Carbs 9%Fat 57%
GI 46 · Low GIGL 4 · Low GL
3.8g
Sugar
0g
Fiber
1373.7mg
Sodium
0.9g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
6/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Seafood
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Cá Kho Tộ make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Cá Kho Tộ take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 30 minutes; 50 minutes in total.Is Cá Kho Tộ difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Cá Kho Tộ have?
Approximately 360 kcal per serving. Protein: 30g, carbs: 8g, fat: 22g.Which allergens does Cá Kho Tộ contain?
This recipe contains Seafood. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Cá Kho Tộ belong to?
This recipe belongs to Vietnamese cuisine.How many ingredients does Cá Kho Tộ need?
This recipe needs 5 ingredients.Is Cá Kho Tộ filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 6/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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