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Nutritional Values

🔥350kcal
💪45gProtein
🌾5gCarbs
🥑17gFat
🌿3gFibre
⚖️300 gServing

* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.

Allergens

🐟 Fish

Fish Reeds

How to order / say it
Say it Cá Lóc Nướng Ống Tre — [ca lok nuong ong tre]
Order I'd like the Fish Reeds, please.
Locally Tôi xin một Cá Lóc Nướng Ống Tre.
Say locally

Grilled snakehead fish in bamboo tubes with herbs and spices.

Why try it?

A truly artisanal method of Vietnamese cooking that highlights the harmony between nature and gastronomy. This dish encapsulates the essence of central Vietnamese flavors and the innovative use of local ingredients.

How it tastes

The fish is smoky and moist, having absorbed the earthy aromas of the bamboo tube. The combination of fresh herbs and spices results in a lively, vibrant taste with each bite.

Origin & History — first documented: 1880

Originated by local fishermen who sought to develop a practical method to cook fish while adding an earthy aroma. This cooking method has been preserved since the late 19th century, often featured at communal gatherings.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🐟 300 g snakehead fish
  • 🥕 1 piece bamboo tube
  • 🌿 5 g lime leaves
  • 🌿 20 g lemon grass
  • 🧂 5 g chili
  • 🥣 20 ml fish sauce

Method

  1. 1 Clean and marinate fish with spices and herbs.
  2. 2 Insert fish into a bamboo tube.
  3. 3 Grill on an open flame until cooked through.
  4. 4 Carefully remove fish and serve immediately.

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