Vietnamese Fish Simmered In Caramel Sauce (Ca Kho To)

1. 1

   In a heavy 2-quart saucepan, cook the sugar over low to medium heat, swirling the pan constantly, until brown and caramelized.

2. 2

   Remove pan from heat and stir the fish sauce into the caramel.

3. 3

   It will smoke slightly.

4. 4

   Return the pan to low heat and gently boil for about couple minutes while stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.

5. 5

   Stir in the shallots, chili and ginger.

6. 6

   Add the fish in the caramel sauce and sprinkle with black pepper.

7. 7

   Bring to a boil.

8. 8

   Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan.

9. 9

   Simmer for 30-45 minutes, turning the fish occasionally and carefully.

10. 10

    Serve with rice.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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