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Fish & seafood

Chả cá Lã Vọng

A historic dish from Hanoi: pieces of fish marinated in turmeric, dill and garlic, pan-fried at the table with rice vermicelli, peanuts and herbs. It is enjoyed with family or friends, served with a nước chấm dipping sauce.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Nutrition facts

562 kcal per serving

Protein
37.2 g
Carbohydrates
67.6 g
of which sugars
4.9 g
Fat
15.1 g
of which saturated fat
2.2 g
Fiber
2.9 g

Ecomely’s estimate, calculated from the ingredients with the ANSES Ciqual food composition table, excluding sides and seasoning added to taste.

Instructions

  1. Cut the fish into pieces and mix it with the turmeric, fish sauce, sugar, minced garlic and salt. Let it marinate for 20 minutes.
  2. Cook the vermicelli in boiling water, drain them and divide them among the bowls.
  3. Heat the oil in a thick-bottomed pan and sear the fish pieces over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, until golden.
  4. Add the sliced spring onions and the dill, then cook for 2 minutes, stirring gently.
  5. Place the hot fish on the vermicelli, sprinkle with crushed peanuts and coriander, and serve with the nước chấm.

Variations and tips

Vegetarian version. Replace the fish with firm tofu marinated in the same way.

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