Ca Cang Kho

Indulge in a delicious seafood delicacy with this Ca Cang Kho recipe, inspired by The Spice Route’s Winter special menu. Thin slices of tender sole fillet are stir-fried in a savoury black pepper sauce with fresh cilantro and scallions, resulting in a delightful Southeast Asian dish that seafood lovers will adore. With this easy-to-follow recipe, you can savour the exquisite flavours of this dish from the comfort of your own home.

Ingredients of Ca Cang Kho

• 1 lb catfish fillets, cut into small pieces
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup fish sauce
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 shallot, sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• Green onions, chopped (optional)

How to Make Ca Cang Kho

1. In a small bowl, mix together the sugar, fish sauce, water, and black pepper. Set aside.
2. Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the shallots and garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
3. Add the catfish to the pan and cook until browned on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
4. Pour the sugar mixture over the catfish and stir to combine.
5. Bring the mixture to a simmer and reduce the heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and the catfish is caramelized and fully cooked, about 15-20 minutes.
6. Serve hot with rice and garnish with chopped green onions, if desired.

Enjoy your delicious Ca Cang Kho!