Clay Pot Catfish Recipe

Name: Clay Pot Catfish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 tablespoon chopped gingerroot; 1/2 cup boiling water; 3 tablespoons fish sauce; 2/3 lb fresh catfish fillet, cut in halves or thirds; 1 green onion, trimmed and cut into 1-inch lengths; 4 sprigs fresh cilantro, cut into 1-inch lengths; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon chopped gingerroot
1/2 cup boiling water
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2/3 lb fresh catfish fillet, cut in halves or thirds
1 green onion, trimmed and cut into 1-inch lengths
4 sprigs fresh cilantro, cut into 1-inch lengths
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes

1
Place the sugar in a 1-quart clay pot and add just enough water to barely wet it. Place over moderate heat until the sugar starts to brown, about 3 to 5 minutes.
2
Stir once, then add the oil and garlic.
3
Stir for 1 minute, then add the boiling water, fish sauce and catfish pieces.
4
Turn the pieces so they're evenly coated with the sauce.
5
Reduce the heat to a soft simmer. Cover and cook for 5 m inutes, until the catfish is firm and almost done.
6
Uncover, and continue to simmer for another 2 to 3 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
7
Remove from heat and garnish with the onion, cilantro and pepper. Serve right in the clay pot.
8
You do not need to use aclaypot, and iron pot will work too.

379

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 garlic clove, minced, 1 tablespoon chopped gingerroot, and more.

Yes, Clay Pot Catfish falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Clay Pot Catfish

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