Ingredients
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1 1/2
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1/3
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1/4
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4
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1
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2
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Directions
Vietnamese Fish Simmered in Caramel Sauce Ca Kho To, This is one of my favorite dishes at a local Vietnamese restaurant. I searched around the internet for the recipe and this is what a came up with. I just made this tonight and am quite surprised how close it taste to the restaurant version. It is normally made in a clay pot but a 2-quart saucepan will suffice. Beware, fish sauce is a very pungent ingredient., Turned out better than I expected. No where near close to what my mom used to make but does the job!, Excellent. Just introduced to Vietnam dishes and this one tastes just like the one I have enjoyed many times now. Was a bit salty so I added a little more sugar to balance it. Will become part of my repertoire.
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Steps
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1
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In a Heavy 2-Quart Saucepan, Cook the Sugar Over Low to Medium Heat, Swirling the Pan Constantly, Until Brown and Caramelized. |
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2
Done
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Remove Pan from Heat and Stir the Fish Sauce Into the Caramel. |
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3
Done
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It Will Smoke Slightly. |
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4
Done
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Return the Pan to Low Heat and Gently Boil For About Couple Minutes While Stirring Until the Sugar Is Completely Dissolved. |
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5
Done
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Stir in the Shallots, Chili and Ginger. |
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6
Done
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Add the Fish in the Caramel Sauce and Sprinkle With Black Pepper. |
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7
Done
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Bring to a Boil. |
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8
Done
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Reduce the Heat to Low and Cover the Pan. |
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9
Done
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Simmer For 30-45 Minutes, Turning the Fish Occasionally and Carefully. |
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10
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Serve With Rice. |
