Ca Kho To (Caramel Braised Catfish in Clay Pot)

Vietnamese · 55 min · Fish · pescatarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, low-carb, high-protein

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Ingredients

• 1.5 lb catfish steaks
• 3 tbsp sugar
• 3 tbsp fish sauce
• 2 shallots, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup coconut water
• 2 scallions, sliced
• 1 tsp black pepper

Method

1. Melt sugar in a clay pot or heavy pan over medium heat until amber, about 4 minutes.
2. Add shallots and garlic, stir 30 seconds, then arrange the catfish steaks in a single layer.
3. Add fish sauce, coconut water, and black pepper and bring to a gentle simmer.
4. Braise uncovered 25-30 minutes, spooning sauce over the fish, until the liquid is syrupy.
5. Scatter scallions over the top and simmer 2 more minutes.
6. Cool and portion; the sauce clings to the fish as it sets.

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