Pad Phed Pladuk (Hot and Spicy Catfish). Recipe

Name: Pad Phed Pladuk (Hot and Spicy Catfish).
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 1/2 ounces coconut grated; 2 1/4 pounds catfish fillets; 3 tablespoons lemongrass sliced; 1 tablespoon galangal root sliced; 1 tablespoon kaffir lime rind; 2 tablespoons cilantro root; 20 each peppercorns; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 4 each onions; 8 each garlic cloves; 1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

Servings: persons

10 1/2 ounces coconut grated
2 1/4 pounds catfish fillets
3 tablespoons lemongrass sliced
1 tablespoon galangal root sliced
1 tablespoon kaffir lime rind
2 tablespoons cilantro root
20 each peppercorns
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 each onions
8 each garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

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["Use the grated coconut to make 1 1/4 cups of coconut milk, by thouroughly and squeezing out the coconut milk.", "You may also substitute an equivalent amount of canned (unsweetened) coconut milk.", "Cut the catfish fillet into medium size cubes.", "Discard seeds from the dry chilli, and soak in cold water.", "Separate about 1/2 cup of ""cream"" from the coconut milk, and heat in a frying pan.", "Fry the catfish pieces in the coconut ""cream"" until just cooked and put aside.", "Put the following ingredients in a motar: salt, peppercorns, cumin, coriander seeds, mace, cardamon, nutmeg.", "Pound until well mixed into a fine pulp.", "Drain the dried chilli (discarding the water) and add to the paste in motar.", "Continue pounding until the chilli pieces are mixed in.", "Add lemongrass, galanga, kaffir lime rind, cillantro roots, krachai, and fresh Thai chilli."]

499

kcal

Calories

107

Carbs

Protein

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 1/2 ounces coconut grated, 2 1/4 pounds catfish fillets, 3 tablespoons lemongrass sliced, 1 tablespoon galangal root sliced, and more.

Yes, Pad Phed Pladuk (Hot and Spicy 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.

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Pad Phed Pladuk (Hot and Spicy Catfish).

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Variations & substitutions

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