Ca Chien (Crispy Red Snapper With Spicy Tomato Sauc

Name: Ca Chien (Crispy Red Snapper With Spicy Tomato Sauce)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (I used peanut oil); 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and diced; 2 small red chilies, minced; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 tablespoons fish sauce (nuoc mam); 2 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped; 2 tablespoons scallions, chopped; 1 red snapper, cleaned, scaled

Servings: persons

1
In a medium skillet over high heat, heat the oil until hot.
2
Reduce the heat to medium-high and add the garlic.
3
Cook, stirring, for 30 seconds.
4
Add the tomato and chiles and cook for 1 minute.
5
Add the sugar, fish sauce and water.
6
Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thickened (about 3 minutes).
7
Remove the sauce from the heat and set aside.
8
In a large skillet heat about 1/2 inch of oil.
9
Lay the snapper in carefully and cook over moderately high heat, without moving, until very brown and crusty (about 14 minutes).
10
Turn the fish and cook the other side (about 10 minutes.).
11
Drain the snapper on paper towels.
12
To server, put the fish on a platter, pour sauce over it, and using a large fork lift the meat with the skin from the bones.
13
Turn the fish over and do the same.
14
Serve with steamed rice.

142

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (I used peanut oil), 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and diced, 2 small red chilies, minced, and more.

Yes, Ca Chien (Crispy Red Snapper With Spicy Tomato Sauce) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Ca Chien (Crispy Red Snapper With Spicy Tomato Sauce)

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