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HUGE KEBAB OF 7 KG OF GRASS CARP BAKED IN A TANDOOR! RECIPE BY WILDERNESS COOKING

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Kebab of Grass Carp

Cultural Context

Originating from Southeast Asia, particularly Vietnam, kebabs made with fish like grass carp reflect the region's rich aquatic resources. Traditionally, these kebabs are enjoyed at family gatherings and street food stalls, showcasing the vibrant flavors of local herbs and spices. Today, variations can be found globally, with different fish and marinades used, adapting to local tastes while maintaining the essence of the original dish.

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45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lbs grass carp fillets
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
2 stalks lemongrass
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/4 cup coriander
4 green onions
2 chili peppers
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
8 skewers

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

grass carp fillets

🥗Healthier: tilapia fillets

💰Cheaper: pollock fillets

Tilapia is lower in calories and widely available.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salted water

Soy sauce provides a similar umami flavor with less sodium.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a comparable acidity and flavor.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier but canola oil is more budget-friendly.

1

Soak skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.

2

Chop garlic, ginger, and lemongrass finely.

3

Mix chopped ingredients with fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and black pepper in a bowl.

4

Add grass carp fillets to the marinade and coat evenly.

5

Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to marinate.

6

Preheat tandoor to medium-high heat.

7

Thread marinated fish onto soaked skewers, alternating with green onions and chili peppers.

8

Brush skewers with vegetable oil before grilling.

9

Grill skewers for 3-4 minutes on each side until fish is cooked through and slightly charred.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

tandoormixing bowlskewersknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

gluten-freedairy-free

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Grass Carp KebabFish Kebab

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