Tilapia is one of the delicious, firm freshwater fish that appears in many dishes of the Vietnamese people. In today’s article, let’s join TasteVN to “roll up our sleeves” go to the kitchen and make 2 delicious porridge dishes named tilapia porridge to treat your family!
1. Tilapia Porridge with Turmeric and Scallion Bulbs
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Preparation
15 minutes
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Cooking
40 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Tilapia Porridge with Turmeric and Scallion Bulbs Serves 4
Tilapia 3 fish Scallion bulbs 5 bulbs Turmeric 1 bulb Hot pepper 1 fruit Cilantro a little Cooking oil 1.5 tablespoons Rice 100 gr / fish sauce 2 tablespoons Five-spice powder 1/2 teaspoon Common spices a little (sugar/ salt/ seasoning powder/ monosodium glutamate/ ground pepper)
What is scallion bulb? Where to buy scallion bulbs?
- Scallion bulb, also known as green onion or shallot, is a type of vegetable belonging to the onion family, mainly distributed in Europe, Asia, and North America.
- Scallion bulbs have a spicy, slightly sweet taste, with a strong aroma and are often used as a seasoning to enhance the flavor of dishes.
- You can find scallion bulbs at major supermarkets, farmers’ markets, or reputable large e-commerce sites.
How to make turmeric ginger tilapia porridge
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Pound the spices
Clean the ginger, turmeric, and chili, then gradually add the spices into a mortar and pound them into a paste.
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Prepare and marinate tilapia
When buying tilapia, scrape off the scales, cut off the tail and fins, then gut it, removing the internal organs and the bloodline running along the fish’s back.
Rub the fish with salt for about 3 – 5 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with water, let it drain, and use a knife to make a few cuts on the fish’s body.
Place the fish in an pan, then add the crushed seasoning mixture, followed by 1.5 tablespoons of cooking oil, 1/2 tablespoon of fish sauce, 2 teaspoons of ground pepper, 1 teaspoon of monosodium glutamate, 1 teaspoon of seasoning powder, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of five-spice powder, then mix well.
Marinate the fish for about 20 – 30 minutes to absorb the seasoning evenly.
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Cook the fish
Place the fish pan on the stove, turn the heat to medium and cook until the sauce boils and the fish is cooked and firm on both sides, then lower the heat and continue to simmer for about 5 more minutes for the fish to be cooked through and absorb the seasoning, then turn off the heat.
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Cook the porridge
You put a pot of water on the stove and add the washed rice, turn on medium heat and cook until the water boils, then reduce the heat and continue to cook for about 15 – 20 more minutes until the porridge is soft.
Next, add the braised tilapia into the pot and cook until the porridge boils again.
Finally, add a little chopped cilantro, taste to adjust the seasoning, and it’s done.
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Final product
The braised tilapia porridge with turmeric and shallot after completion has an eye-catching color. The grains of porridge are evenly expanded, rich in flavor, fragrant with shallots, turmeric, and other spices, and the tilapia meat is soft, sweet, and firm, making it very appealing.
On rainy days, gathering with loved ones and friends to enjoy hot bowls of porridge is the best! Get into the kitchen right away!
2. Tilapia porridge with perilla
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Preparation
15 minutes
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Cooking
40 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Tilapia porridge with perilla Serves 2
Tilapia 2 fish Rice 50 gr (about 1/2 cup) Scallions 2 stalks Chopped perilla a little Fish sauce 2 teaspoons Chopped shallots 1 tablespoon Cooking oil 1 tablespoon Common spices a little (seasoning powder/ monosodium glutamate/ salt/ pepper)
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How to cook Tilapia porridge with perilla
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Prepare and boil tilapia
To remove the fishy smell of tilapia, after buying, you need to peel off the black membrane and the bloodline inside, then massage the fish with a little salt and rinse thoroughly with water, then let it drain.
Put a pot of water on the stove, add 1 teaspoon of salt and bring to a boil, then add the fish and boil for about 5 – 10 minutes (depending on size), then remove the fish, let it cool, and separate the flesh, discarding the skin.
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Cook white porridge
Next, add the cleaned rice into the pot of boiled tilapia water. Turn the heat up high and cook until the water boils,
When the water starts to boil, lower the heat and continue cooking for about 20 – 25 minutes until the porridge grains swell and are evenly cooked.
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Sauté the fish meat
Heat a pan on the stove, add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil and heat it up, then add 1 tablespoon of minced shallots and sauté until fragrant.
When the shallots are aromatic, add the tilapia and sauté over medium heat until the fish meat firms up and reduces the oil.
Next, add 2 teaspoons of fish sauce to the pan and stir evenly for about 1 – 2 more minutes for the fish to absorb the seasoning.
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Completion
Add the sautéed fish meat into the porridge pot, cook until the porridge boils again, then add 1 teaspoon of seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon of MSG, stir well, adjust the seasoning to taste, then turn off the heat.
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Final Product
Scoop the porridge into a bowl, sprinkle a little chopped green onion, scallions, and finely chopped Vietnamese perilla along with some ground pepper, then decorate it nicely.
With just a few simple steps, you have a hot, delicious fish porridge with a sweet, subtle flavor that is appealing and suitable for both adults and children.
How to Choose Fresh and Delicious Tilapia
- Fresh and delicious tilapia usually has clear and slightly bulging eyes. The gills are pinkish-red, with shiny scales that are tightly layered like roof tiles.
- The fish body is intact without wounds, and the scales are still firmly attached to the body. Choose fish that are plump, round, large, and smooth, with a firm body, and a head and body that are proportional to each other.
- The fish meat is firm; when pressed, it has elasticity, and the skin does not have any unusual color. If you notice any abnormal signs such as swelling, weak swimming, or pale color, you should not choose to buy them.
Effective ways to remove the fishy smell from tilapia
- Method 1: Soak the fish in diluted saltwater or rice washing water for about 15 minutes, then rinse well and drain. For fish with a strong fishy smell, use coarse salt to rub thoroughly for about 3 minutes, then rinse clean; the fishy smell will significantly decrease.
- Method 2: Using lemon juice or vinegar to rub the fish and then rinsing it off also helps eliminate the fishy smell while making the fish cleaner.
- Method 3: After cleaning, soak the fish in white wine for about 2 minutes, then take the fish out and dry it with paper towels, which will help remove the smell effectively.
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Above is a detailed guide on 2 how to cook tilapia porridge that is incredibly delicious and appealing, which you can easily prepare for the whole family to enjoy. Wishing you success!
