Hanoi Turmeric Grilled Fish With Dill And Onion

Name: Hanoi Turmeric Grilled Fish With Dill And Onion
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons sugar; 2 1/2 teaspoons turmeric powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 4 cloves garlic, chopped (about 2 tablespoons); 1 shallot, finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons); 4 (1/2 pound) pieces catfish or red snapper fillets (2 pounds total); 3 tablespoons fish sauce; 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (from 1 1/2 medium limes); 3/4 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 pound dried vermicelli rice noodles; 1 Vietnamese sesame rice cracker (also called; ), toasted and broken into shards; 1 cup fried peanuts*; 1 head red leaf lettuce; 10 to 12 sprigs of some or all of the following fresh herbs: mint, Thai basil, Vietnamese balm (; ), red perilla (; ), and cilantro; 1 large onion, thinly sliced (about 2 cups); 2 bunches fresh dill, coarsely chopped (about 2 cups); 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; *Fried peanuts are available at Asian markets.

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons turmeric powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 cloves garlic, chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
1 shallot, finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
4 (1/2 pound) pieces catfish or red snapper fillets (2 pounds total)
3 tablespoons fish sauce
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (from 1 1/2 medium limes)
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 pound dried vermicelli rice noodles
1 Vietnamese sesame rice cracker (also called
), toasted and broken into shards
1 cup fried peanuts*
1 head red leaf lettuce
10 to 12 sprigs of some or all of the following fresh herbs: mint, Thai basil, Vietnamese balm (
), red perilla (
), and cilantro
1 large onion, thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
2 bunches fresh dill, coarsely chopped (about 2 cups)
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
*Fried peanuts are available at Asian markets.

1
In small bowl, whisk together sugar, turmeric, salt, pepper, garlic, and shallot. Place in large sealable plastic bag with fish and refrigerate 15 minutes.
2
In medium bowl, whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and 2/3 cup water until sugar dissolves, about 2 to 3 minutes. Set aside.
3
In heavy, 6-quart pot, bring 8 cups water to boil. Add noodles and boil until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain in colander, rinse with warm water, and let drain completely.
4
Position rack in middle of oven and preheat to 400u00b0F. Place rice cracker directly on rack and heat until golden, about 3 to 4 minutes. The cracker will blister as it toasts. When cool enough to handle, break cracker into shards and place on small plate.
5
Place peanuts in small bowl and arrange lettuce and herbs on platter.
6
Preheat grill (high heat). Grill fish, turning once, until cooked through, about 5 minutes total.
7
Meanwhile, place cast iron dish on grill over high heat.
8
When fish is cooked, place on heated dish, then top with onion and fresh dill. Immediately but carefully pour vegetable oil on top. This will create smoke coming up from food. Serve immediately with sauce and accompaniments.

696

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons sugar, 2 1/2 teaspoons turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Hanoi Turmeric Grilled Fish With Dill And Onion 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!