Cha Ca La Vong

Cha Ca La Vong is a famous Vietnamese dish made with grilled fish, turmeric, dill, and vermicelli noodles.
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Cha Ca La Vong

Ingredients - Serves 4

Let's Get Started

  1. Cut the fish fillets into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a bowl, mix together turmeric powder, fish sauce, lemongrass, and minced garlic.
  3. Add the fish pieces to the marinade and let it sit for 15 minutes.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
  5. Add the marinated fish and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Meanwhile, cook the vermicelli noodles according to package instructions.
  7. Once the fish is cooked, remove it from the pan and set aside.
  8. In the same pan, add the chopped dill and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  9. Divide the cooked vermicelli noodles among serving bowls.
  10. Top with the cooked fish, sautéed dill, and crushed peanuts.
  11. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

Dietary Info

  • Dish Type: Main Course
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Calories: 400
  • Fat: 15g
  • Carbs: 40g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Sugar: 5g