Grilled Salmon With Chili-Lime Sauce (Ca Nuong Gung; Nuoc Mam Ch

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 1
Grilled Salmon With Chili-Lime Sauce (Ca Nuong Gung; Nuoc Mam Ch)
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

8 min

Ready In

28 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons coarsley chopped fresh ginger
1 tablespoon garlic
1 tablespoon chopped shallots or 1 tablespoon onion
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1 3/4 1 3/4 tuna , halibut or 1 3/4 other meaty fish
1/4 cup fish sauce
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice or 3 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 chili-garlic sauce or 1/4 hot sauce
1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onion

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
335
Sugar
7g
Fat
16g
Grilled Salmon With Chili-Lime Sauce (Ca Nuong Gung; Nuoc Mam Ch) is a Vietnamese-inspired dish that combines fresh, meaty fish with a spicy and tangy sauce. This grilled salmon recipe is perfect for those looking for a healthy, yet flavorful meal. The chili-lime sauce is a bold and flavorful addition to the dish, and is easy to make at home. Enjoy this dish with a side of rice or vegetables for a complete and satisfying dinner.

Instructions

1.Preheat grill to high heat.
2.Combine the vegetable oil, ginger, garlic and shallot in a small bowl and brush over the salmon.
3.In a separate bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, soy sauce and sugar.
4.Grill the salmon, skin side down, for approximately 4 minutes.
5.Flip the salmon and cook for another 3-4 minutes until it is cooked through.
6.In a small saucepan, combine the fish sauce, lime juice or vinegar, water, sugar, chili-garlic sauce and green onion.
7.Heat the sauce over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved, then remove from heat.
8.Place the salmon on a serving plate and drizzle the chili-lime sauce over the top.

PROS

Grilled salmon is a great source of protein and heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.

The chili-lime sauce adds a flavorful kick to the dish.

CONS

Fish sauce and chili-garlic sauce can be high in sodium, so it is important to use them in moderation.

Salmon can also be expensive, so this dish may not be budget-friendly for everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Salmon is a great source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which have been linked to reducing inflammation and improving heart health.
Ginger and garlic have anti-inflammatory properties and may help with digestive issues.

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