Cá Chiên Giòn (Vietnamese Crispy Fried Fish)
Crispy whole fried fish with a golden, shatteringly crisp exterior and tender, flaky flesh inside. A Vietnamese classic served with fish sauce dipping sauce and fresh herbs.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat the whole fish dry inside and out with paper towels. Make 3 shallow diagonal slashes on each side of the fish.
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, minced garlic, and sliced chilies to make the dipping sauce. Set aside.
Step 3
In a shallow dish, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, and white pepper. Coat the entire fish evenly with the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
Step 4
Heat oil in a large deep skillet or wok to 350°F (175°C). Test temperature with a small piece of fish—it should sizzle immediately.
Step 5
Carefully lower the coated fish into hot oil. Fry for 6-7 minutes on the first side until golden brown and crispy.
Step 6
Gently flip the fish and fry the second side for another 6-7 minutes until equally crispy and the flesh is cooked through.
Step 7
Remove fish with a slotted spatula and drain on paper towels for 1-2 minutes.
Step 8
Transfer the crispy fish to a serving platter. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and mint.
Step 9
Serve immediately with lime wedges and the fish sauce dipping sauce on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch deep skillet or wok
- deep-fry thermometer
- paper towels
- slotted spatula
- shallow dish for coating
- small mixing bowl
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