Hanoi Fried Fish with Turmeric and Dill (Chả Cá Lã Vọng)

Step 1

Cut the fillets into 1½ inch pieces and marinate them with salt, fish sauce, sugar, turmeric powder, galangal, garlic, and shallots. Set aside.

Step 2

Fill a skillet with 1 inch oil and heat on medium-high. Coat the fillets with corn starch, dust off any excess, and deep fry them until golden brown (about 5 minutes). Remove the fried fillets from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels or a wired rack to absorb excess oil.

Step 3

Prepare a pan or cast iron skillet with a bit of vegetable oil on the bottom. Add onions and pan fry until lightly browned. Add dill and green onions. Cook for about one minute or until lightly wilted.

Step 4

Add fried fish and garnish with chopped peanuts. Serve with rice noodles, sesame rice crackers, rice paper, and dipping sauce.