Chả Cá Lã Vọng (Vietnam)

An authentic recipe for Hanoi's legendary Chả Cá Lã Vọng, highlighting turmeric-marinated fish cooked tableside with a mountain of fresh dill and scallions.

Level Medium Prep 30 min Cook 15 min Servings 4 Score 4.9/10

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45 min

Makes 4 servings

Prep 30m

Cook 15m

Level Medium

About this recipe

An authentic recipe for Hanoi's legendary Chả Cá Lã Vọng, highlighting turmeric-marinated fish cooked tableside with a mountain of fresh dill and scallions.

Hanoi's world-famous turmeric fish dish cooked with fresh dill and scallions, served over noodles.

Instructions

Combine the grated galangal, turmeric powder, minced shallots, fermented shrimp paste (or fish sauce), sugar, and vegetable oil in a bowl.
Add the fish pieces to the marinade, toss gently to coat evenly, cover, and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
60 min
Prepare the rice vermicelli noodles according to package instructions and arrange on a serving platter alongside the crushed roasted peanuts.
Heat a skillet or portable tabletop burner pan over medium-high heat with a generous splash of cooking oil.
Pan-fry the marinated fish chunks until golden and cooked through on both sides.
5 min
Add the massive heaps of fresh dill and scallions directly into the pan with the fish, tossing gently until the herbs wilt and become fragrant.
3 min

Nutrition

Calories 390

Protein 28g

Carbs 35g

Fat 16g

Fiber 3g

Sugar 4g

Sodium 580mg

Serving Size 1 serving

Cooking Timeline

Prep 30 min

Cook 15 min

Total 45 min

Recipe Scorecard

Overall 9.4 /10

Expert 4.9 95% conf.

Taste 9.8
Presentation 9.5
Nutrition 9.0
Value 9.0
Instructions 9.2
Ingredients 9.2
Time Accuracy 9.0
Difficulty 8.0
Would Make Again 9.0

Expert Review

Reviewed by FindEdition Kitchen

Verdict

A legendary Vietnamese masterpiece bursting with the earthy warmth of turmeric and galangal paired with mountains of fresh dill.

Pros

Incredible aromatic profile
Unique interactive dining experience
Fresh ingredients

Cons

Requires preparation of multiple side components

Overview

Hanoi's world-famous turmeric fish dish cooked with fresh dill and scallions, served over noodles.

AI Insights

Summary

An authentic recipe for Hanoi's legendary Chả Cá Lã Vọng, highlighting turmeric-marinated fish cooked tableside with a mountain of fresh dill and scallions.

Tips

Do not skimp on the fresh dill; it acts as a primary vegetable component rather than just a garnish
Ensure the fish chunks are firm so they do not break apart when tossed with the herbs
Assemble in individual bowls by placing noodles at the bottom, topped with the sizzling fish, herbs, crushed peanuts, and a drizzle of sauce