Grilled Catfish
Vietnamese Vietnamese - Grilled Dishes

Grilled Catfish

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  4 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

Chargrilled over glowing charcoal embers with an authentic smoky char, served with handcrafted accompaniments and savoury reductions.

Ingredients

  • • 500g catfish fillet, cut into steaks
  • • 2 tsp turmeric powder
  • • 3 tbsp fish sauce
  • • 1 tbsp sugar
  • • 2 tbsp lemongrass, minced
  • • 1 tbsp dill, chopped
  • • 4 tbsp spring onion oil
  • • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Mix turmeric, fish sauce, sugar, and lemongrass.

2
Phase 2

Coat the catfish steaks and marinate for 20 minutes.

3
Phase 3

Grill over medium coals for 5-6 minutes per side until flaky.

4
Phase 4

Top with spring onion oil and dill; serve with lime and nuoc cham.