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Vietnamese Turmeric Fish

Delicious Vietnamese Turmeric Fish for a Quick Healthy Meal

Experience the vibrant flavors of Vietnamese Turmeric Fish, a quick, gluten-free dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish Marinade
  • 1 pound Tilapia Cut into 1.5-inch pieces
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder Use in moderation
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Grated
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to your dietary needs
  • 1/2 teaspoon White Pepper Mild heat
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar Can use honey or agave
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce Coconut aminos are a vegetarian alternative
For the Bowl Assembly
  • 8 ounces Vermicelli Noodles Can substitute with rice noodles
  • 2 whole Shallots Finely minced
  • 1/4 cup Dill Chopped
  • 2 stalks Green Onion Chopped
  • 1 cup Lettuce Iceberg or romaine
  • 1/4 cup Mint Fresh leaves
  • 1/4 cup Peanuts Crushed
Optional Additions
  • 1 batch Vietnamese Dipping Sauce (Nuoc Cham) Homemade with lime juice, sugar, and water
  • 1/4 cup Fried Shallots For garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Non-stick skillet
  • Measuring spoons
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the tilapia, turmeric powder, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, white pepper, granulated sugar, and fish sauce. Cover and let marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Finely mince the shallots, dill, and green onions. Cook the vermicelli noodles according to package instructions, usually about 4-6 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat with a tablespoon of oil, then sauté the minced shallots for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the marinated fish and cook for 2 minutes per side.
  4. Gently stir in chopped dill and green onions into the skillet and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  5. Layer cooked vermicelli noodles at the bottom of the bowl, add lettuce, place the cooked fish on top, and garnish with mint leaves, peanuts, and dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use turmeric sparingly to avoid bitterness and ensure fish is properly cooked for a tender texture.

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