Vietnamese Caramelized Fish in Clay Pot
There’s something truly magical about Cá Kho Tộ—the way the sticky caramel sauce clings to tender fish, the deep umami of fish sauce mingling with a touch of sweetness, and the faint smokiness from that slow simmer in a clay pot. This dish is Vietnamese comfort food at its finest, the kind of meal that brings families together around a steaming pot of rice. Imagine: succulent fish fillets, caramelized to perfection in a glossy, dark-brown sauce infused with garlic, shallots, and a hint of chili. Each bite is a harmony of savory, sweet, and subtly spicy flavors, with the fish so tender it nearly melts …
